Forklift Operator - Selectemp

Join a team that plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In this company you need grit, it is what they were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps them growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change.

Job Summary: Responsible for the operation of a forklift or other heavy equipment to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise around the facility.
 

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Duties and Responsibilities for Forklift Operator:

• Performs a safety check of the forklift to ensure it is safe to operate. Checks fluid levels- For oil, water and fuel before operating the lift- 
• Ensures the packaging lines have empty pallets available and informs the supervisor of the pallet inventory- 
• Removes palatalized bags from the production lines and places them on the stretch-wrapper 
• Operates the stretch-wrapper and changes the stretch film as required- 
• Places palatalized bags in inventory and ensuring they are located in the proper rows storing them neatly without damaging other inventory- 
• Actively participates in plant cleanliness by re-stacking, picking-up trash and debris, and washing their equipment- 
• Reads the BOLs and places the correct quantity and SKU on the carriers trucks in a safe and efficient manner. Any changes to the BOLs must be communicated to the Dispatcher and or office personnel-
• Performs physical inventory counts of finished goods as required- Meets quality and quantity standards-
• Responsible for the safe operation of the forklift and maintaining fluid levels
• Various other tasks

• Ability to drive a forklift- 
• Ability to lift 50 pounds- 
• Ability to climb on and off of required equipment- 
• Ability to sit for long periods- 
• Ability to communicate effectively- 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide- 
• Ability to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions. 
• Ability to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather. 
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays.

Job Details for Material Handler:

• Seasonal with TTH opportinity for the right candidate.
• Shifts Available: M - F 3pm to 130AM, training Will be day shift 5am to 330pm)
• Wage: $17.60 (+1.00 differential when moved to 2nd shift)