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As a Warehouse Team Member specializing in forklift operation within our food manufacturing company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient and safe movement of…
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Warehouse Team Member
As a Warehouse Team Member specializing in forklift operation within our food manufacturing company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient and safe movement of materials and products within our warehouse and/or manufacturing facility. Your primary responsibility will be operating a forklift to load, unload, and move materials as per organizational requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
🔹Forklift Operation:
🔹Safely and efficiently operate a forklift to handle incoming and outgoing materials and products.
🔹Load and unload materials from trucks, pallets, racks, and shelves using the forklift.
🔹Transport materials to designated storage areas or production lines as per work orders or instructions.
🔹Conduct pre-operational checks on the forklift to ensure its proper functioning.
🔹Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines while operating the forklift to prevent accidents or injuries.
🔹Inventory Management:
🔹Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by recording incoming and outgoing materials.
🔹Perform periodic physical counts of inventory to reconcile discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
🔹Identify and report any inventory shortages, damages, or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
🔹Warehouse Support:
🔹Support warehouse operations by performing various tasks such as picking, packing, and labeling as needed.
🔹Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and efficient workflow.
🔹Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse area to promote a safe working environment.
🔹Quality and Compliance:
🔹Handle materials and products with care to prevent damage or contamination, particularly in a food manufacturing environment.
🔹Adhere to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
🔹Report any quality issues, safety hazards, or non-compliance incidents to supervisors immediately.
🔹Flexibility to work overtime and non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
🔹Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
🎓Education/Certifications and Experience
🔹High school diploma or GED.
🔹Previous experience working in food manufacturing or a similar production environment, preferred.
🔹Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.