Shipping/Receiving Forklift Job description

**Increased Pay Rates!!**

Operator jobs start at $17.25 and increase to $18.50 after 90 days 

Additional Perks

• 5 Unpaid Personal Days on day one. (Prorated to those hired after July 1 to 2.5 days)
• Opportunity for OT at 1.5X your base rate - overtime kicks in each week after working 40 hours.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other benefits available the 1st of the month following 30 days.
• Company paid holidays after 60 days. 
• Earned vacation after 1 year.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Matched 401k after 90 days with 100% vesting.

Position Summary: 

The function of the forklift operator will be to load and unload trucks daily while operating a forklift.

 “This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.” 

Essential Duties, Functions and responsibilities:

• Process product using tools and equipment provided
• Follows all work safety policies and guidelines
• Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and /or safety issues/concerns
• Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) product standards and guidelines
• Maintains a clean and organized area
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours
• Maintain acceptable loading and unloading times of inbound and outbound trucks
• Communicate with QA and USDA as needed
• Communicate with drivers and Team Coordinators when needed
• Perform forklift check sheets on daily basis
• Receive bills from drivers and place on dock doors for loading as needed
• Load and unload trucks in a timely and safe manner with no damage to product or truck
• Complete paperwork accurately and legibly
• Wrap pallets using stretch wrap machines accurately and efficiently
• Place product in correct rack in a timely and safe manner with no damage to product or rack
• Be able to work in an area with foot traffic and other material handling traffic in a safe manner

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must pass a background check, drug screen
• Must be able to read and write
• Need to be familiar in SPC, HACCP, GMP’S, SSOP’S and USDA
• Have knowledge of FGI system and be able to use FGI scan guns efficiently
• Be able to trouble shoot issues with FGI scan guns
• Be able to read Bill of Ladings
• Product knowledge and process knowledge
• Ability to read and understand a packaging schedule
• Ability to read Z out report for daily shipping schedules
• Ability to drive a forklift swiftly and safely in congested areas
• Ability to use and control dock locks and levelers efficiently
• Ability to complete daily paperwork as required and turn in to the proper departments
• Ability to communicate with Team Coordinator and Group Leader in the area about issues

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing and walking in cold shipping cooler for duration of shift
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more)
• Getting off and on forklifts to open doors to remove paperwork from pallets constantly throughout day
• Reaching overhead
• Reaching below knees
• Ability to multitask
• Completing required paperwork in timely manner
• Using material handling equipment as needed

Working Conditions/Department Description:

• Work in cold environment for entire shift
• Work with loud and noisy machinery as needed
• Work in dusty environment when using spice as needed
• Go in and out of different climates throughout day
• Work in congested areas as needed