Day Shift Forklift & Inventory Operator

Simmons Pet Food; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Line Driver to operate a forklift, move and load product, and support inventory control on day shifts. You will follow safety protocols and keep accurate records for stock levels and lot tracking.

Responsibilities include rotating stock, inspecting equipment, creating labels, completing daily reports, and collaborating with the production team to ensure smooth warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, and ability to perform basic math.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift license.
• Must read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Stores and retrieves goods in the storage area; rotates stock so oldest materials are used first.
• Records items added or removed from inventory.
• Uses forklift and RFGEN for lot tracking to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Moves, loads, and unloads product on/off trailers following guidelines.
• Performs minor equipment service and daily safety inspections.
• Reports problems to supervisor for repair or follow-up.
• Maintains clean work area, dock, and equipment; follows storage design principles.
• Creates product labels for inventory; reads lot numbers and expiration dates.
• Completes daily reports and enters data into computer systems.
• Uses basic tools (wrenches, tape measures, scales, hoses) and consolidates partial pallets.
• Maneuvers forklift in tight spaces safely.
• Participates in team meetings and supports BE ST practices and team cohesion.

Skills

Julian calendar knowledge

FIFO practices

Shipping and receiving

Large moving equipment

Basic computer literacy

Military time

RFGEN

JDE

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

RFGEN

JDE

Job description

Simmons Pet Food in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Line Driver to operate a forklift, move and load product, and support inventory control on day shifts. You will follow safety protocols and keep accurate records for stock levels and lot tracking.

Responsibilities include rotating stock, inspecting equipment, creating labels, completing daily reports, and collaborating with the production team to ensure smooth warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.