Lift Truck Operator
ofi, Shafter, CA, United States
Description
We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we're with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.
Position Summary
Reporting to Coordinator the Lift Truck Operator is responsible for moving needed items to and from storage areas. This position is required to work safely, efficiently and with great attention to detail.
Position Responsibilities
Locate, pull and transport full or empty bins, pallets of finished product, packaging supplies, and/or equipment to specified areas
Perform daily preventative maintenance and forklift check on assigned forklift(s)
Transport raw/finished goods to workstations
Move product to/from Pre-stage orders
Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
Check and count all incoming supplies & materials against manifests
Monitor packaging supplies & raw materials utilized daily and notify office of any impending shortages
Completely certified in all power lift units safety training
Complete certified forklift safety training
Supports and practices all established safety programs and policies
Follow all company standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, safety and environmental considerations
Maintain the company's commitment to providing quality products and services with an emphasis on Food Safety, legality, and integrity
Attend and participate in company committees, such as Safety Committee
Maintain satisfactory attendance to include timeliness
Demonstrate teamwork
Perform other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
High school diploma or state-issued equivalency certificate required
Ability to obtain a valid forklift sit down certification within 30 days of hire
Previous work experience in a fast-paced environment is required
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
Ability to frequently lift up to fifty (50) pounds
Previous knowledge of the following programs and regulations pertaining to a food processing plant is preferred:
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)
Food Safety
Basic mathematical skills are required
Basic ability to read and interpret a production schedule on a computer required
Ability to operate a forklift and/or lift truck in safe and efficient manner required
Ability to work well under pressure with competing demands in a team environment is required
Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts
Ability to work flexible schedules, overtime and weekends as required
Able to work in indoor and outdoor environment
The pay for this role in the state of CA is $18.00-$22.00/hr and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we're with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.
Position Summary
Reporting to Coordinator the Lift Truck Operator is responsible for moving needed items to and from storage areas. This position is required to work safely, efficiently and with great attention to detail.
Position Responsibilities
Locate, pull and transport full or empty bins, pallets of finished product, packaging supplies, and/or equipment to specified areas
Perform daily preventative maintenance and forklift check on assigned forklift(s)
Transport raw/finished goods to workstations
Move product to/from Pre-stage orders
Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
Check and count all incoming supplies & materials against manifests
Monitor packaging supplies & raw materials utilized daily and notify office of any impending shortages
Completely certified in all power lift units safety training
Complete certified forklift safety training
Supports and practices all established safety programs and policies
Follow all company standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, safety and environmental considerations
Maintain the company's commitment to providing quality products and services with an emphasis on Food Safety, legality, and integrity
Attend and participate in company committees, such as Safety Committee
Maintain satisfactory attendance to include timeliness
Demonstrate teamwork
Perform other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
High school diploma or state-issued equivalency certificate required
Ability to obtain a valid forklift sit down certification within 30 days of hire
Previous work experience in a fast-paced environment is required
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
Ability to frequently lift up to fifty (50) pounds
Previous knowledge of the following programs and regulations pertaining to a food processing plant is preferred:
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)
Food Safety
Basic mathematical skills are required
Basic ability to read and interpret a production schedule on a computer required
Ability to operate a forklift and/or lift truck in safe and efficient manner required
Ability to work well under pressure with competing demands in a team environment is required
Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts
Ability to work flexible schedules, overtime and weekends as required
Able to work in indoor and outdoor environment
The pay for this role in the state of CA is $18.00-$22.00/hr and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
#J-18808-Ljbffr