Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

About the role

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

The Warehouse Operator/Forklift Operator position’s primary function is to maximize the selection and loading process of Nestlé products by ensuring accurate orders, meeting set target rates per hour, and ensuring product integrity and quality standards are maintained throughout the loading process.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a powered industrial truck (forklift) during work stream processes of order selecting and loading.
• Complete and maintain internal forklift certification process.
• Accurately and efficiently load finished products onto delivery trucks while also maintaining accurate quality inspection forms.
• Prepare all required documentation to maintain the highest quality finished product for our customers
• Maintain performance expectations with respect to key performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve distribution center operations
• Recognize waste (wasted labor, time, moves, product, etc.) within the distribution center, adjust accordingly and aid with developing action plans to drive continues improvement.
• Learn inventory and tracking systems, including: EWM (Wave Control, Replenishment, Stock Moves, Inventory adjustments) and SAP (Dock & Yard, Transportation Planning, D-note creation, etc.).
• Communicate directly with co-workers on issues, openly share ideas with others, encourage performance in others, give feedback when needed, and train new employees when applicable.
• Effective communication with Workflow Coordinators and Operations Supervisors to maintain product flow and prevent distribution disruptions.
• Conduct activities in a safe manner, follow corporate safety guidelines and requirements, use personal protective equipment and proactively address any unsafe conditions observed.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety compliance, inspection ready always.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Successful completion of post offer background checks and drug screen
• Willing to work assigned schedule that may include weekends, Holidays and required over-time as specific to role
• Must possess basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work safely
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English
• Experience using warehouse equipment preferred, such as forklift, rider pallet jacks, bomber, etc.
• Ability to lift 40lbs repetitively.
• Ability to stand for 6-8 hours per shift
• Must be able to work in a freezer/refrigerated environment
• 2 or more years of warehouse experience preferred; Freezer/refrigerated environment a plus

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively document product fills with accuracy.
• Maintain a safe operating record for powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to always practice safe working habits.
• Initiative: Self-starter, gets involved quickly, takes on difficult tasks with enthusiasm.
• Energy: Maintains high activity/productivity level.
• Stress Tolerance: Maintains stable and professional performance under pressure or opposition.
• Detail: Strives to understand the details.
• Communication: Presents ideas effectively, actively listens, and works across functional boundaries with the ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and third-party carriers.
• Teamwork: Can work in group or alone; oriented towards the good of the whole.

Pay

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $24.86 /hr. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location. $1.00/hr – 2nd shift differential

Schedule

2nd Shift: 3:00PM – 11:30PM; Tuesday – Saturday

Benefits

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.