Fork Lift Driver - FT 1st Shift

DecoPac, Inc.; Anoka, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

DecoPac, Inc. in Anoka, MN is seeking a full-time Fork Lift Driver for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM). You will move product from receiving to stocking areas and assist with loading/unloading as needed.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and pallet jacks safely, maintaining inventory, and following safety guidelines. A valid license and forklift experience are required.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license required or strongly preferred.
• 1–2 years forklift operation in a high-traffic environment.
• High attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including overtime.
• Experience with palletized product handling and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely to move product.
• Assist in loading/unloading of palletized products and containers.
• Maintain accurate product inventories and logbooks.
• Follow safety guidelines and report hazards to supervision.
• Support monthly inventory and FIFO stock flow.
• Complete daily forklift checklist and address maintenance needs.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Licensed Driver

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stand up forklift

Pallet jacks

Job description

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Fork Lift Driver - FT 1st Shift

Full Time Anoka, MN, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1346

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Now hiring for full time 1st shift Monday - Friday 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Summary:

Successfully transfer product items to stocking production from the receiving line in a timely and efficient manner.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for learning and practicing safe and proper equipment operations including Fork lifts, pallet jacks and racking systems.
• Follow company policies and follow safety guidelines.
• Advise Supervisor of needs, product shortages, problems or concerns.
• Responsible to assist in all loading/unloading of palletized products and containers.
• Maintain correct product inventories through use of the warehouse location maintenance system and log book.
• Assist with monthly physical inventory process/cycle counts and supplying stock to production and shipping areas as need in FIFO (First In First Out) order.
• Communicate accidents and/or injuries immediately. Execute all actions in conjunction with company safety guidelines.
• Complete forklift daily checklist and communicate any maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Successfully complete DecoPac Forklift training program and 90-day/720-hour evaluation.
• Ensure safety and quality through Good Distribution Practices that include maintaining cleanliness and prevent contamination while handling/packing food and food contact products.
• Report food safety concerns to Warehouse Management, SQF Practitioner or HR. If open food product is found, set it aside and immediately notify Warehouse Management or the SQF Practitioner for disposal.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications (Education/Experience)

• Good communication skills and able to follow direction accurately.
• Knowledge of all forklift operation responsibilities.
• Ability to work flexible schedule with occasional overtime and weekend hours.
• Ability to work with all disciplines; interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortability with heights.
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Understanding of Personal Protective Equipment.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a high traffic atmosphere.
• 1 to 2 years of experience on a stand up Forklift.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is desired.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Physical, Work Environment and Mental Demands:

FREQUENCY KEY (based on a standard 40-hour work week)

N =

Never

O =

Occasional 0-2.5 hours/day (1% - 33% of time)

C =

Constant 5.5+ hours/day (over 66% of time)

R =

Rarely (less than 1 hour/week)

F =

Frequent 2.5-5.5 hours/day (34% - 66% of time)

Lifting/Carrying

Pushing/Pulling

Driving

Other

Mental Demands

Under 10 lbs.

F

Under 10 lbs.

F

Automatic Transmission

R

F

F

11-20 lbs

O

11-20 lbs

F

Standard Transmission

R

F

Make Decisions

F

21-50 lbs.

R

21-50 lbs.

F

O

Organize

F

51-100 lbs.

N

51-100 lbs.

N

Repetitive Motion-Feet

F

F

Over 100 lbs.

N

Over 100 lbs.

N

Repetitive Motion-Hands

F

Time Management

C

Bending/Reaching/Standing

C

Reach Over Head/Shoulder

O

Walk-Normal Surfaces

C

C

Climb

C

Twisting/Turning

C

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

R

N

R

Sit

N

R

High Temps

O

Kneel

C

Squat

O

Low Temps

R

C

Stand

C

R

All full time employees working an average of thirty (30) hours or more will be eligible to enroll in a comprehensive benefit package.

DecoPac, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees according to all applicable laws, directives and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping with this commitment, DecoPac, Inc. will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including factors related to pregnancy or child birth), national origin, age, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity status with regard to public assistance, employment status, local human rights commission activity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other protected category.