Forklift Operator Warehouse L5 ATL - Grave B

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About the role

The person in this position is responsible for handling finished products and supplies while managing the operation of the ATL system. They will bring out potato products to blend and will store bulk in the freezers. They may load trucks at times when the ATL system is down. They will store finished cases in designated areas in the freezers and will also be responsible for conducting inventory of product bulk and cases in cold storage. Freezer gear will be provided by the company for your safety and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Be safe, participate in safety programs, engage in safety activities such as trainings, perform risk assessments, and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members.
• Daily safety/maintenance checks for the forklift, record and report any malfunctions.
• Learn the procedures for battery changes.
• Receive instructions, store product in proper location in the freezer.
• Deliver product to packaging line for repack/blend.
• Bring in packaging supplies, such as KD cases, package machine paper, KD totes, pallets, glue barrels, metal bins, and trash bins.
• Take out frozen waste product bins and paper bins to designated areas for dumping and replace them with empty bins.
• Store bulk bins in the freezers in the designated location.
• Stack all bins evenly and to the designated height in the freezer.
• Restack, sort, and organize the freezer to maintain a neat, orderly appearance to help create an accurate inventory.
• Learn the locations of all bulk that is approved for blending and repackaging.
• Take out the trash bins, product bins, damaged pallets, KD cases, etc. to designated storage areas.
• Supply the bulk crew with restricted cases, KD totes, pallets, lids, liners, etc.
• Store bins from rework in designated areas of the freezers.
• Set up bulk bins for shipment and be prepared to receive bulk bins.
• Learn to use a 2-way radio, scan gun, and computer touch screens regularly.
• Understand information on the manifest tickets and how this information applies to their responsibilities.
• Understand the inventory procedure for “First In/First Out” (FIFO).
• Report all equipment failures and mechanical problems to appropriate personnel.
• Complete forms in accurate, timely, and legible manner.
• Identify cases, labels, cuts, colors, catalog numbers, day codes, and acceptable case conditions.
• Perform any other task as directed by Warehouse Lead or Team Leaders (Supervisors).
• Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's.
• Wear all the PPE that is required for the job.
• Actively participate in AMD (Autonomous Manufacturing Development) activities.

Requirements

• Sanitation qualified.
• Lock-out/Tag-out qualified.
• Forklift Certified.
• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.
• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 db. The employee will:

• Continually work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently be exposed to freezing conditions in the freezer.
• May occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration.
• Work around forklift traffic.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
• Paid Time Off.
• Financial Wellness – Industry-leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance.
• Family-Friendly Employee events.
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services.

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is $25.47. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's work location, job duties, experience, and expertise.