ITO CANS

Position Summary

The Industrial Forklift Operator is responsible for unloading and loading all inbound and outbound products, along with moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting product within and throughout the warehouse.

Essential Functions / Key Deliverables

• Inspect the technical condition of the forklift and other handling equipment before starting work to determine the need for repairs to safely operate machinery.
• Record pre‑use checks in the provided system or the vehicle logbook as required.
• Report any faults and/or breakdowns of the forklift to the Lead.
• Check the delivered quantities and condition of the goods, recording data on the receiving form accurately.
• Unload goods, packaging, raw materials, and other items from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places using a forklift.
• Complete orders for distribution, working to quality standards and provided instructions.
• Ensure each product pallet is secured for transit and labelled correctly.
• Load goods or other materials onto trucks for transportation in accordance with work security regulations/instructions using a forklift.
• Move stock/goods throughout the warehouse according to instructions.
• Use the SAP RFID scanning system equipment correctly, following set orders and assigned tasks to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate to ensure RF monitors are in good working order.
• Transport materials to the production department complying with FIFO procedures.
• Operate a low‑lift pallet truck whenever there is a need for loading (e.g., sea containers).
• Clean forklift trucks and other handling equipment in accordance with ISO and BRC standards.
• Perform general warehouse duties when the forklift is not required, including housekeeping within the warehouse and surrounding grounds.
• Select/sort packaging materials when required and assist with stock take.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of CP systems, including performing internal audits as required.
• Safely exchange forklift gas cylinders, refill fuel tanks, or replace/re‑charge batteries (whichever applies).
• Adhere to all plant GMP and BRC requirements.
• Perform any other duties reasonably corresponding with the role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Engineering or technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years forklift experience; propane, gas, or diesel experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift is required.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Basic working knowledge of computer systems, Microsoft Office, and SAP.
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a team; must be flexible and excited to grow with the organization.

Physical Demands

• Lift/Carry 10 lb or less – Frequently
• Lift/Carry 11‑25 lb – Frequently
• Push/Pull 10 lb or less – Frequently
• Push/Pull 11‑25 lb – Frequently
• Stand – Frequently
• Walk – Frequently
• Sit – Frequently
• Manually manipulate – Occasionally
• Reach outward – Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder – Occasionally
• Climb – Occasionally
• Crawl – Occasionally
• Squat or kneel – Occasionally
• Bend – Occasionally
• Vision (near, distance, color, peripheral, depth) – Required
• Sense of sound – Ability to understand conversational speaking
• Sense of touch – Required
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) per safety guidelines
• Mobility to cover an expansive manufacturing environment

Work Environment

Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot depending on the weather.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.