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POSITION SUMMARY:

Forklift Operator operates a forklift to stack and retrieve supplies and materials.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Essential:

· Must have basic math, reading and writing abilities.

· Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

· Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 - 50 pounds with minimal effort following required safety guidelines.

· Must be able to tolerate sudden and extreme changes in temperatures.

· Must be able to climb on a ladder the distance of 5 feet to reach stored items and carry them to the floor.

· Must bend or stoop frequently at many intervals during the day.

· Must be able to twist and rotate 180 degrees during each day.

· Must be able to follow the Health Standards of the food service industry.

· Must be able to stand for at least 8 hours a day.

· Must be able to operate a forklift by moving levers, pressing pedals, and controlling the movement of the lifting apparatus.

· Marginal:

· One year of experience operating a forklift.

· One year experience in food service industry.

· Knowledge of and experience in practicing proper safety standards in handling food and equipment.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

Forklift Operator is directly supervised by the Lead Forklift Operator and has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

Essential functions of the job are indicated by the main headings outlined by whole numbers. Standards of performance are stated as subheadings outlined by decimal numbers.

• Operates gasoline powered industrial forklift to move products or materials within the plant.

• Moves levers and presses pedals to drive and control forklift movement and lifting apparatus.
• Positions forks, lifting platforms, or other lifting devise under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and transports load to designated area.
• Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.

• Performs a variety of duties in loading, unloading, and moving materials within the plant.

• Moves product and supplies from storage area to supply Packout.
• Moves and stores products and supplies for Production as needed.
• Moves and stores products coming off the blast line in the 4 Whole Meal Freezer.
• Moves finished packaged product from Packout and place in proper storage freezer.
• Unloads products and supplies from trucks and put away in proper storage locations
• Loads products and supplies onto trucks.

• Follows all safety policies and procedures.

• Wears appropriate safety equipment as required by departmental regulations.
• Keeps floors in freezer, blast freezer, and storage areas clean and free of debris.
• Operates all equipment in a responsible manner observing all safety rules.
• Inspects and completes checklist on forklift daily
• Follows plant rules including but not limited to attire, cleanliness, and hand washing.
• Re-seals products not sealed properly.

• Documents and maintains inventory to insure proper rotation of goods and supplies.

• Rotates new products and supplies into the Whole Meal Freezer.
• Rotates old products and supplies out of the Whole Meal Freezer.
• Returns products and supplies to proper storage location from Pack and verify that product is properly rotated.
• Completes all necessary paperwork accurately an in a timely manner.

• Assists Inventory Control Manager and Freezer, Forklift Supervisor as required.

• 5.15 Performs other assigned duties as instructed by management.

· Maintain workplace professionalism.

o Arrive at work on time.

o Support company decisions and policies even though you may personally disagree with those decisions.

o Think in terms of what is best for the company.

o Establish and meet realistic timetables for accomplishing goals.

o Continuously evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of ongoing programs for which you are responsible and identify opportunities to improve these programs.

o Display a friendly and positive attitude toward the job and other persons; perform job duties willingly and without complaint; attempt to understand and respond to needs of supervisor and co-workers; avoid making hostile or unproductive comments.

o Maintain proper attendance. Report to work on time; provide sufficient notice to

§ supervisory personnel prior to unavailability or lateness in accordance with company policy.

o Dress professionally at all times.

o Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding departmental and company business; never releasing or discussing internal matters of a serious or sensitive nature outside the department or company.

o Ensure that your supervisor is advised on a timely basis of potential problems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends

Work Location:

• One location

Typical start time:

• 3PM

Typical end time:

• 11PM

Pay Frequency:

• Weekly

Company's website:

• https://www.elior-na.com/careers

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No