Stand up forklift operator- 2nd and 3rd shift Job at Great Kitchens Food Manufacturing, Romeoville, IL

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  • Great Kitchens Food Manufacturing
  • Romeoville, IL

Job Description

Job Title:

  • Operator 3, Forklift

Location:

  • Romeoville

Department:

  • Logistics

Reporting to:

  • Logistics Supervisor

Key Accountabilities:

Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own.

Responsibilities:

  • Receiving/Put-Away

Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate area

  • Order Picking

Pull and prepare product for shipment. Ensure that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped. Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.

  • Loading

Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.

  • Equipment

Load, unload, move, stack and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp, push-pull or other powered equipment. Position also requires the use of RF equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

  • Inventory

Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation. Conduct cycle counts as requested.

  • Maintenance

Perform or assist in building, grounds and equipment maintenance as required

  • Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacturing.

  • Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

  • Basic reading, writing and math skills

  • Good communication skills (verbal & written); bilingual, English/Spanish preferred

  • Hard working, dependable, safety conscious and team oriented.

  • Operating forklift and other industrial equipment as necessary

  • This position requires OSHA certification and forklift recertification every 3 years

  • Able to make logical decisions

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Work standing or walking for long periods of time

  • Work bending and squatting

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work in cold refrigerated and frozen conditions

  • Must be able to work in freezer environment at -10 deg for extended period of time

Food Safety/Quality:

  • Report any issues regarding food safety or quality to supervision and/or quality assurance.
  • Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate attention.

You should be proficient in:

  • Warehouse Experience
  • Material Handler Experience
  • Distribution Experience
  • Forklift Licensed
  • High School / GED
  • Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Forklifts

Job Tags

Immediate start, Relocation, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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