Forklift Operator

Natural State Processing

Natural State Processing is a USDA inspected traditional poultry processing company. Our core business is providing high quality custom poultry processing for our customers.

We humanely harvest, skillfully cut, and carefully package into retail ready products.

We believe the keys to our success are exceeding customer expectations, being an industry leader in innovation, recruiting and retaining elite talent, and defining a clear path to profitability.

We aim to be a destination workplace for our team members. Our team strives to have a positive perspective always and cooperate as a unified team to create a family atmosphere.

We believe in developing relationships, not just transactions, with our customers. We take pride in our product and are committed to continuously improve our service.

We believe openness, honesty, and transparency is essential. We are self-driven and embrace changes that take us to the next level.

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE

The Forklift Operator’s primary role is to assist with receiving product, maintaining an organized warehouse area, and assisting with preparing products to be shipped.

This position requires the use of pallet jacks and daily forklift driving. A successful candidate will be methodical, organized, take pride in their work, and pay close attention to detail.

S / he must pay attention to detail to ensure all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warnings signs of problems are not overlooked.

Additionally, s / he is never satisfied with the status quo and is a resourceful troubleshooter.

The Forklift Operator reports to the Warehouse Manager. S / he must develop and maintain good working relationships with staff, suppliers, and customers.

S / he must be a team player who is reliable and understands their dependability is important for the team’s success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Will be required to obtain internal certification for forklift operation

Follow all safety practices

Ensure that all quality standards are followed

Utilize Parity Factory inventory system to receive, organize, store, and ship customer product

Operate manual pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and upright reach truck

Stack pallets, wrapping pallets, and assisting with customer load outs

Unloading Supply trucks

Attend all staff and department meetings

Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Ability to work carefully in a thorough and orderly manner

Dependable and reliable must show up to work and on time as scheduled

Attention to detail

Ethical mindset

Remain calm under pressure

Communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to safety rules

A self-starter and proactive tendencies

A commitment to partnering with leadership to drive a service excellence culture where

every employee is a problem-solver, working together to identify and correct problems

Ability to make quick and sound decisions

Professional presentation and attitude

Strong organizational and follow up skills

Strong time management skills

Ability to maintain focus while working individually

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred

One year of forklift experience preferred

Knowledge of meat cuts preferred

Previous use of inventory systems and warehousing preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting

heavy loads of up to 60 pounds, etc.)

Good hand-eye coordination

Freezing temperatures. We will supply the coat, insulated overalls, and a pair of heated gloves. Employees are responsible to provide hat and shoes.

Physical stamina to handle being active working around the plant

If you fit this description and you are interested in challenging yet important and satisfying

work, we invite you to apply for this position.

Location : Clinton, AR

Job Type : Full-time 7 : 00am-3 : 30pm, Monday-Friday with occasional overtime opportunities.

Compensation : $13.00-14.00 per hour, depending on experience. Opportunity for a pay increase based on performance at 90 day evaluation.

We believe in rewarding a job well done. Experience is preferred but not necessary. On the job training is provided.

This description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities, general nature, and level of

work being performed by the person assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an

exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and competencies.

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Last updated : 2024-06-06