Yard Forklift Operator

Job Summary

Do you like variety and being active all day?

Enjoy working outside?

Can you lift and move up to 100 lbs?

We currently have an entry-level opportunity for a hardworking individual who wants to join a great team! Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and being part of a successful, industry leader.

Job Responsibilities

• Loading/unloading of trucks
• Complete shipping/receiving documents, verify loads leaving the premises
• Assisting machine operators
• Maintenance, yard work, warehouse, production, utilities, and material handling
• Clean-up machinery and conveyors, maintain the surrounding area and keep equipment free from debris during downtime
• Clean floors and pick up reusable scrap for salvage, transport trash and debris away from production areas
• Responsible for keeping pallets neat and orderly
• Assist lead operator in preparing for shift production, work closely with the lead operator and become knowledgeable of the mechanics and operation of the machines
• May be required to work with conveyors, ramps, elevators, etc. as assigned
• Operate machinery or equipment as trained and instructed following safety guidelines at all times
• May be required to operate equipment such as hoppers, bagging and sealer machines, forklift, palletizers, hydraulic equipment, powered tractors or vehicles, among others
• Operate a variety of hand tools
• Package and label products properly
• Maintain, verify, and count product inventory\

Job Requirements

• Requires pre-employment drug screening/background test
• High school diploma/equivalent, or a comparable combination of education, training, and experience
• Ability to follow company safety procedures and attend weekly safety meetings
• Must be able to demonstrate lock out tag out procedures and keep key lock at all times
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. from ground level
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to pass internal certification training
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job