Fork Lift Operator

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Blue Mountain (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America in Blue Mountain (Lindsey Warehouse) seeks a Forklift Operator to load outbound shipments safely by using a forklift, and to ensure accurate handling of items per BOL and quality specs.

You will support the Shipping department, perform pre-op checks, maintain clean work areas, and adapt to different shifts while meeting safety rules and overtime as required. Starting pay is $21.77 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must read and act on product specifications, SOPs, PWI, 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 PPE including 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.

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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Read SOPs

Bill of Lading

Communication

JDE & RFSMART

Heavy lifting

Shift flexibility

PPE compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

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.

Starting Pay: $21.77 per hour