Material Handling / Forklift Operator - MO

Position Summary

The Material Handling - Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the unboxing and movement of product to the processing line all while ensuring safe operations of equipment and following prescribed safety standards for lifting and movement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Forklift Operator Duties

• Safely drive forklift to transport and move frozen product boxes from storage to the unboxing area.
• Ensure the forklift is used according to safety guidelines (e.g., wearing a seatbelt, following speed limits).
• Load and Unload Boxes

Use the forklift to carefully lift and move boxes, ensuring they are placed safely in designated area.

Check that boxes are properly secured on the forklift to prevent spillage or damage during transport.

Ensure proper stacking of the boxes in the unboxing area according to standard operating procedure.

Ensure the forklift is operating in a safe environment, especially when dealing with frozen products, which may require colder temperatures or specific handling practices.

Material Handler Duties

Open and remove 60# boxes of frozen products, making sure to handle boxes with proper lift assist equipment.

Record the unboxing and receipt of inventory, updating systems (manually or through software) to ensure accurate stock levels.

Store frozen products in designated areas that meet temperature requirements.

Maintain a clean and safe working area by cleaning up any debris or spills that may occur during the unboxing process.

May assist in moving and restocking products within the facility to ensure smooth inventory flow.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Physical Requirements

Education & Experience

A prior Certified Forklift Operator license is preferred. Training will be available on the job as well.