What are the responsibilities and job description for the Frozen Warehouse Forklift Operator position at Harlan Bakeries LLC?
Overview
The Frozen Warehouse Forklift Operator is responsible for the removal of product lines while ensuring proper rotation is always maintained.
Job Responsibilities
- Follow and comply with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s);
- Safety, demonstrated behaviors in support of company safety procedures with focus on zero injuries;
- Responsible for loading trailers with pallets, operating a stand-up forklift in and out of the warehouse;
- Ensure all product that is being placed in the freezer is in good shippable condition;
- Ensure pallets are tagged properly. (Color Coded Tags, Pallet Stickers, and Pallet Tickets);
- Accurately locate (store) product in respective racks;
- Accurately pick and stage product for loads and ensure proper rotation (oldest out first) is being used;
- Locating and picking finished goods from Freezer Warehouse;
- Assist Palletize, Stocker Picker, Loader, and Team Lead personnel as needed;
- Assist with special projects as needed.
- Responsible for accurately documenting the production log and scanning product into the inventory database;
- Keep pallet dispenser full of pallets;
- Deliver each skid to the appropriate freezer and stage product to the floor;
- Periodically locate product to the rack (includes all levels and warehouses);
- Assist in loading and unloading trucks as needed;
- Ensure all equipment and surrounding work area is maintained;
- Communicate problems to supervisor immediately;
- Participate in month and year end inventory;
- Communicate with production department to maintain efficient operation;
- Comply with all regulatory agencies;
- Performs other required tasks as assigned.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required;
- Experience working in a production, manufacturing or distribution environment for minimum of 3 months;
- Ability to speak, read and write English;
- Ability to use a Scissor lift for Inventory maintenance;
- Ability to obtain forklift certification;
- Ability to withstand below -10 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period;
- Physical ability to handle product and pallets weighing up to 60 lb.;
- Experience working in a food processing or packaging environment;
- Experience working in a GMP compliant environment;
- Able to work at heights up to 30 feet;
- Exhibit a positive attitude within a team environment;
- Detail oriented and self-motivated;
- Regular and predictable attendance.