Forklift Operator
Richardson International, Carrington, ND, United States
Forklift Operator
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operates forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials. Operates other equipment for shipping, as needed
Unloads and loads products into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule
Maintains accurate inventory while storing and loading. Practices first in/first out
Monitors all equipment for wear and potential damage, performs related preventative maintenance as required
Maintains Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation. Performs scheduled cleaning of equipment
Re-palletizes and reworks products. Prepares product for regrind process
Maintains safety and quality in a high paced environment
Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
Other duties, as assigned
Education and Experience Required :
Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
Previous experience operating a forklift
Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Must be able to climb on and off a ladder for 3+ hours per shift
Must be able to work in a dusty, high heat/humid environment for 3+ hours per shift
Must be able to work in a confined space for 3+ hours per shift
Must be able to lift up-to 100 pounds for 3+ hours per shift with team member assistance
Must be able to push, pull, perform fine manipulation, simple grasping and feel for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, stand, stoop and walk for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds independently for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to reach above shoulders for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to operate foot pedals for 8+ hours per shift
Must be able to sit for 8+ hours per shift
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operates forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials. Operates other equipment for shipping, as needed
Unloads and loads products into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule
Maintains accurate inventory while storing and loading. Practices first in/first out
Monitors all equipment for wear and potential damage, performs related preventative maintenance as required
Maintains Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation. Performs scheduled cleaning of equipment
Re-palletizes and reworks products. Prepares product for regrind process
Maintains safety and quality in a high paced environment
Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
Other duties, as assigned
Education and Experience Required :
Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
Previous experience operating a forklift
Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Must be able to climb on and off a ladder for 3+ hours per shift
Must be able to work in a dusty, high heat/humid environment for 3+ hours per shift
Must be able to work in a confined space for 3+ hours per shift
Must be able to lift up-to 100 pounds for 3+ hours per shift with team member assistance
Must be able to push, pull, perform fine manipulation, simple grasping and feel for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, stand, stoop and walk for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds independently for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to reach above shoulders for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to operate foot pedals for 8+ hours per shift
Must be able to sit for 8+ hours per shift