Fork Lift Operator

Oil--dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Blue Mountain (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Mountain Production Company in Blue Mountain, Mississippi, is seeking a forklift operator responsible for loading finished products for outbound shipment. You will operate a forklift, verify orders against the Bill of Lading (BOL), and ensure accurate storage of items as part of outbound logistics.

This role requires reading SOPs, adhering to WE CARE values, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and daily use of PPE. Willingness to work varying shifts and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet Oil-Dri written and hands-on assessment requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret product specs and SOPs.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments and verify orders against the BOL.
• Inspect and verify materials meet quality specifications and shipments.
• Receive inbound items and ensure proper storage, matching items to BOL.
• Manage warehouses and outside storage areas.
• Placard items for inventory and complete inventory sheets.
• Stack or restack product onto pallets as needed.
• Perform pre-operational equipment checks and monitor forklift gauges.
• Keep work areas clean and free of clutter and follow safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

BOL interpretation

Reading proficiency

Team communication

Safety compliance

JDE familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Oil-Dri assessment requirements

Tools

JDE

RFSMART

Job description

Blue Mountain Production Company, 31 County Road 827, Blue Mountain, Mississippi, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Location: Blue Mountain (Lindsey Warehouse)

Department: Shipping

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Job Overview:

Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring the finished product is correctly and safely loaded for shipment by operating a forklift to load freight for outbound shipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments. Assess the Bill of Lading (BOL) to determine customers' orders correctly.
• Inspect and verify all materials meet quality specifications, shipments and/or receiving .
• Receive inbound items and ensure proper storage of those items, matching items to BOL.
• Manage applicable warehouses and outside storage areas.
• Correctly placard items for inventory, correctly fill out inventory pallet and inventory sheets and damage inventory.
• Stack or restack product onto pallets as needed.
• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors forklift performance and gauges during operation.
• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Must meet Oil-Dri written and hands-on assessment requirements

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to read, comprehend , and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.
• Possess ability to read and accurately interpret bills of lading.
• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.
• Must have knowledge and ability to learn computer programs, including JDE and RFSMART.
• Must be able to sit on forklift throughout shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently .
• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently .
• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.
• Must be available and willing to work different shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Blue Mountain Production Company, 31 County Road 827, Blue Mountain, Mississippi, United States of America