Shipping Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift - Dole Food Company, Inc.

COME GROW WITH US!

We are looking to add members to our team! We offer a great benefits package and opportunities to grow and hone your skills!

Pay Rate: $18.25/hour. Differential for 2nd shift.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Responsible for operating forklift to load and unload trailers, count, move, locate and relocate the inventory in a safe manner and perform pick line functions.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• Drive and operate forklift
• Conduct equipment and trailer inspections
• Complete required paperwork
• Perform cycle-counts and inventory functions
• Load and unload trailers
• Consolidate, palletize, and perform pick-line functions
• Be attentive to any foreign objects and damage to boxes or contents
• Able to work safely around equipment and machinery
• Any and all other duties assigned by your Supervisor

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• SKILLS:Good oral communication skills. Knowledge in warehouse procedures. Must have known or demonstrated ability to perform all lift operations, including battery changes.
• ADDITIONAL: Hands-on ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented food processing environment. Required to work independently and with limited supervision. Must be able to maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed in a cool environment with an average temperature of 34 degrees F. Concentrated chlorine and concealed ammonia is present. Work surfaces and floors are wet. Employees are required to wear approved shoes and protective equipment. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted up to ¾ of the work-day, and 6 lbs overhead as job demands. Constant standing on a concrete floor, reaching, bending, stooping, and repetitive hand movements may be required. Moving machinery, including conveyor and forklifts are in operation in the immediate area.

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work overtime as needed. Some weekends are required. No travel.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• EXPERIENCE: Forklift experience is required. Must be able to pass forklift certification.
• EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION: HS Diploma, GED, or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks. Must be able to successfully complete required Work Keys.

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.