Forklift Operator - Shipping (Unloader)

Department: Packaging Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: Sterling, CO Compensation: $17.00 - $19.50 / hour Description There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth. What You'll Be Doing Forklift operators move our product—whether loading or unloading it for transportation, wrapping it for shipment, or moving it around the facility. They must be safety-minded and pay close attention to detail. Safely and efficiently operate a forklift and perform required daily inspection Read and understand Bills of Lading and pick sheets Load and unload products to/from semi-trucks Filling out scale tickets, ensuring that load and ticket matchEnsure that the correct trailer is in the door for the scheduled loadEnsure tags match the paperwork and product listedArrange the warehouse by moving products to make room for incoming loadsEnsuring the number of totes unloaded matches the recorded amountPrinting required to pick tickers and assign orders to be pulled for shipment; ensure correct loading of trucks through proper weight distribution Check product to be shipped for accuracy per customer orders Maintain clean and organized isles and rack storage, consolidate partial pallets when needed Coordinate with the Shipping Supervisor regarding product rotation and space allocation. Ensure first in, first out (FIFO) stock rotation is followed Performing periodic quality control checks to ensure the product is staged and shipped according to customer requirements Communicate with management and maintenance personnel on a timely basis to facilitate maintenance and repairs. Comply with company safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area. Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms. Perform other duties as assigned by the Shipping Supervisor, Lead, or Plant Manager. EXTRAS Employee-owned Advancement Opportunities Weekly pay Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts 401(k) with employer match Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans Tuition assistance program Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)