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Operations Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Jack Link's Protein Snacks, Underwood, IA, United States


Job Description
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5:30 am- 4 pm

The Material Handlers are an essential part of our team. The main duties will revolve around the unloading of incoming product, picking of orders for specific customer requirements, and loading product for shipment to customers. The position will also include cycle counting and variance reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safe Operation of material handling equipment including stand up forklifts, pallet jacks and high reach trucks.

Operating and maintaining RF Scanner (handheld warehouse computer).

Accurate and timely selecting of customers’ orders

Working on both the Receiving and Shipping docks as needed.

Unload trucks and validate deliveries against appropriate documentation, notifying the supervisor of any discrepancies.

Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper storing and use.

Distribute the items received to the person or department for which the item was ordered.

Daily shipments must be picked, counts verified, pallets wrapped or stacked neatly for pick-ups, marked accordingly to customer, transportation and location of shipment.

Load finished goods onto trailer within specified timeframe.

Perform and report cycle counts.

Follow daily operations schedule and achieve specified goals.

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

Assist with maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Following set company and OSHA safety rules, regulations, and guidelines at all times.

Qualifications
Required Education:

High School Diploma or GED, preferred.

Preferred Experience

Minimum 3-6 months experience with operating material handling equipment.

Experience working in a warehouse or distribution setting.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES

Excellent attendance and dependability.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Attention to detail

Must be able to work well in a team environment.

Ability to read, write and follow instructions while working independently. Guidance provided when needed.

Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, and evenings.

Outstanding organizational and communication skills.

Additional Information
The hiring range for this role is $16.96 - $21.20 an hour. Actual wages will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to observe any defects.

Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work to be performed by team members in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of team members performing this role.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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