What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Ventura Foods?
Posting Start Date & Time: XX/XX/XX at XX:XX
Posting Expiration Date & Time: XX/XX/XX at XX:XX
Location: Ontario
Number of Openings: [[numberOpenings]]
Bracket: [[cust_BidClass]]
Bracket Rate: $31.13 - Rate depends on progression, $31.13 at 100% progression to $21.79 at 0% progression
Work Group: [[cust_WorkGroup]]
Primary Line: [[cust_PrimaryLine]]
Hours: [[cust_ShiftThree]]
Position Summary:
The Forklift Operator will properly operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and FGs and to move them to and from storage areas. Products will be listed and stacked as required. Use RF scanner to ensure accurate transactions of product movement.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate the RF hand held scanner
- Using load sheet, verify carrier and pallet quantity before loading on truck trailer. Inspect pallets to prevent product damage and missing cases. Inspect all trailers to ensure cleanliness and compliance with GMPs
- Unload packaging and branch transfer products from trailers. Complete load sheet. Verify code dates and label allergen
- Perform pre-op inspection of forklift before operation. Change, inspect and charge batteries per standard operating procedures (SOPs) and document changes
- Check assigned aisles in warehouse to ensure they are clean and well maintained
- Operate the pallet inverter or pallet changer when necessary
- Operate stretch wrap machine when necessary
- Put away pallets of FG from production lines or receiving dock
- Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 year of experience
- Warehouse distribution environment experience preferred
Knowledge and Skills:
- Previously licensed/certified as a forklift driver and must be able to pass skills test for license/certification as well as written test for sit down and stand up forklift
- Good math skills are required
- Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively
- Must be able to identify and report any food safety and food security concerns
Bidding Information:
For specific information on the bidding procedure, including bid eligibility requirements, please refer to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. You may cancel or remove a bid by selecting “Withdraw Application” from the Actions dropdown, found on the Job Applications page under Careers within SuccessFactors. Please refer to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement to understand if/when this is contractually allowed. Positions may be posted internally after the bidding window has ended. This is not intended to extend the window for bidding. This is to allow employees to refer friends or family members not currently employed by Ventura Foods.
Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.
Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.
Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:
- Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
- Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
- Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.
Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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