Summary Of Position
Forklift Drivers perform multiple duties, supporting facility operations for agricultural seed and feed products. The Forklift Driver reports to the production supervisor.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Safe and efficient operation of Forklift, supporting facility handling of seed, grain and packaged goods.
- Assist Mill Workers and other staff as operational situations require, guided by the production supervisor.
- Verified and efficient movement of material for conditioning and packaging operations.
- Maintain seed lot integrity in compliance with state, federal and Barkley Seed standards.
- Ensure highest level of sanitation and organization to ensure safe and healthful environment for personel and product health.
- Loading and unloading various types of truck trailers.
- Maintain clear and accurate written records and with system interface devices when applicable.
- Each operator is responsible for clean-up of spills associated with his activities.
- Notify supervisor when process deviations are observed relating company practices, safety to staff and seed health.
Experience Required
- Experience safely operating forklift, dollies and other loading and moving equipment used in warehouse operations.
- Warehouse experience at 1 year.
Education/Licenses/Certification/Formal Training
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to do shift work seasonally.
Essential Abilities
- Flexibility to perform multiple roles.
- Positive attitude and ability to work well independently and as a team.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Must be physically capable of lifting, carrying and loading up to 60-pound weight.
- Ability to stand for extended periods; bend, stoop, push, pull and kneel frequently.
- Flexibility to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time as well as climb stairs/ladders as needed.
- Hand dexterity and strength.
- Must be able to continuously climb and descend stairs safely utilizing handrails.
Work Environment
- Work to be performed in an industrial manufacturing/processing environment: indoors and outdoors.
- Work in a fast-paced environment with rapid hand and eye coordination.
- May by required to work in outside weather conditions.
- Uneven walking surfaces, heavy machinery, forklift traffic and loud noise.