Distribution Center Forklift Operator

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC. seeks a Material Handler I at the Knoxville Plant in Knoxville, TN to safely operate forklift equipment and manage inbound/outbound materials in a GMP/HACCP environment.

You will perform inventory transactions, cycle counts, and inspections to ensure quality and compliance. The role requires basic math, scan-gun use, and a team-oriented mindset to support timely production and shipping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of forklift and/or warehouse experience.
• Basic use of scan gun; forklift certified; basic math and inventory/cycle counting skills.
• Strong communication, time management, and ability to follow rules and directions.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to receive, handle, and store product per HACCP and GMP standards.
• Perform vehicle safety checks and report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Ensure equipment storage at end of shift.
• Use scanning system to create accurate locations and inventory transactions.
• Inspect inbound materials for damages; report issues to Quality and Leadership.
• Conduct monthly cycle counts in the receiving area.
• Maintain customer standards for product specifications and quality.
• Follow daily instructions and specifications.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and equipment; report injuries or unsafe conditions.
• Support GMPs and emergency action plan compliance.
• Support food safety, quality, and legality.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Safety procedures

GMP/HACCP literacy

Inventory transactions

Reading work instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Knoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN 37919, The Material Handler I is responsible for safely operating forklift equipment within the manufacturing facility and/or distribution center ensuring that quality products are received, produced, and shipped in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift equipment safely and efficiently to receive, handle, and store product in accordance with HACCP and GMP standards


• Perform vehicle safety checks and report discrepancies to supervisor


• Ensure all equipment is stored at the end of shift


• Utilize the scanning system to create accurate locations and perform accurate inventory transactions


• Inspect inbound materials and products for damages, defects, and discrepancies; promptly report any issues to Quality and Leadership


• Conduct monthly cycle counts and inventory of receiving area


• Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality


• Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications


• Perform minor equipment adjustments to ensure equipment is operating optimally


• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping pallet, warehouse and workstation areas neat, clean up aisles, pick up leftover pallets, sweep the floors and keep exits clear and free from obstructions


• Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives


• Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately


• Support and comply with GMP's; understand and follow emergency action plan


• Support food safety, quality, and legality


• Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED


• 2+ years of forklift and/or warehouse experience


• Technical skills include the basic ability to use a scan gun, forklift certified, basic math and inventory / cycle counting skills


• Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills and the ability to follow rules and directions


• Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership