Forklift Operator - Weekend Days

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible at all times for promoting a safety culture and awareness within their area.
• Support and adhere to all plant safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Ensure accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments according to schedule in terms of correct SKU and quantity versus bills of lading.
• Assist with inventory management, including cycle counts, physical inventories, etc. for package materials and finished goods.
• Safe operation of all material handling equipment, including stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Utilization of computerized WMS (warehouse management system) for all assigned work.
• Single case pick utilizing voice-to-pick software system.
• Ensure that case picked pallets are stacked in such a manner that the consignee can obtain an accurate count of product upon receipt of the order.
• Ensure that product is unitized per CHD packaging specifications.
• Verify lot codes of assigned product, including proper documentation and record keeping.
• Ensure that orders are loaded according to standard loading and weight patterns minimizing any damage to product.
• Ensure that pallets are properly labeled per customer requirements.
• Assist with the training and certification program as needed.

Minimum Education, Training, And Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• Six (6) months forklift experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Preferred Education, Training, And Experience Requirements

• Preferred experience with standup forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Previous experience with WMS preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong communications skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in multiple media – verbal, written, etc.
• Must have ability to communicate clearly in English – verbal and written.
• Strong organizational/time management skills.

Working Conditions

• The operations is not in a climate controlled environment.
• Candidates will be exposed to the seasonal temperature variations.
• All candidates will be required to abide to all PPE standards and department dress code.