What are the responsibilities and job description for the PIT II - Forklift Operator position at Brakebush Brothers, Inc.?
Title: PIT II - Forklift Operator, 2nd Shift Req ID: 8502
City, State: Grand Prairie, TX, Texas (US-TX)
Reports to: Cold Storage Supervisor
Department: Irving - Shipping
Classification: Nonexempt
Position: PIT II (Forklift Operator)
Compensation: Hourly Non-exempt
Reports to: Shipping Manager
Benefits Offered: Health, Dental, Life Ins., 401(K) with a company match, Voluntary Benefits include (Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Vision, Supplemental Life), Paid Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, Annual Bonus, and more.
Employment Type: Full-time
Qualifications: Display positive attitude and teamwork skills. Must complete a pre-employment physical and drug test. Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day. Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist. Must be able and available to work overtime as required.
Job Summary: Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following: Transporting loads using a forklift as assigned by manager/supervisor, verifies/matches labels and product content.
Essential Functions:
Drop material (CKN) FIFO for each line and have ready for export to each production line
Sort material by Item and Kill Date to keep the current FIFO order
RF scanning of loads being shipped and pallets into inventory; stored correctly
Safety report any incidents immediately
Place products in racks 100% safely and effectively and correct in SAP
Ensure coolers/freezer are clear from any debris and damaged goods that may present an issue for the department
Ensure each line is equipped with material, film, boxes, and pallets
Ensure all requests by production line management is granted in a timely fashion
Ensure dock is free of debris, empty pallets, trash containers emptied during shift
Remove plastic from inbound loads and place on the dock until the labels are applied
Performs inventory checks
Write issues to be sent to production
Stage product for production lines
Place product in blast freeze or cooler
Communicating with management when there are concerns with the following
Production Safety Employee relations
Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: One year work experience.
Other Requirements: No other requirements.
Working Conditions: High noise, varied temperatures (warm to cold), slippery floors, moving equipment and dust may be present. Employees will wear personal protective equipment as necessary or required.
About Brakebush Brothers Irving in Irving, TX: As a family owned company, Brakebush celebrated their 90th Anniversary in 2015. Throughout the years, with the help of a dedicated, experienced workforce, Brakebush has kept the same ideals that our founders started - providing the highest quality products to meet the needs of restaurant operators, schools, healthcare facilities, convenience stores and everyone who wants to serve their customers great tasting chicken.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required.
Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.