Fork Lift Operator

J&J Snack Foods Corp; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp in Rock Island, IL is seeking a forklift operator to support warehouse operations. You will load/unload trucks, pick orders, and assist with inventory control using WMS.

The role requires forklift certification, attention to safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position offers steady hourly pay and room to grow within our distribution network.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required.
• Experience with warehouse operations and inventory counting.
• 2+ years in a warehouse environment.
• Able to operate forklift and pallet riders.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift for loading and unloading.
• Use WMS to pick, transfer, and receive goods.
• Perform cycle counts and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Inspect trailers and complete BOL.

Skills

Forklift Certification

WMS

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Communication

Time management

Tools

WMS system

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

Position Summary

Uses the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to pick orders, load trucks, and receive finished goods from Production departments. Also performs physical counts to ensure the accuracy of inventory.

Uses the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to receive supplies, raw materials and goods, which are used in the manufacturing of products. To pull and supply production with necessary ingredients needed to produce finished goods

Essential Functions

• Loads and/or unloads trucks: LTL and full loads of finished product and/or Raw Materials.
• Performs material handling, forklift operation, loading trucks, & pulling orders by following company policies and procedures.
• Uses the WMS to pick orders and/or transfer product.
• Performs physical and logical cycle counts as directed.
• Receives RMA’s (returns from customers).
• Picks and stages transfer to be shipped to outside storage facilities.
• Properly completes inspections of trailers and completes BOL.
• Responsible to do safety checklist and charge forklift pursuant to department procedures.
• May use hand-held electronic inventory devices or forklift mounted devices to track, code, or mark merchandise.
• Receives finished goods from Production department for each shift.
• Reports any food safety or quality problems to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• May use sit-down or stand-up forklift or electric pallet jack in the storage or movement of received stock, equipment, or ingredients.

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, Forklift Operator must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload.
• Excellent in all forms of communication.
• Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.

Education And Experience

• Education and training:
• Requires basic skills in: arithmetic and reading & writing English.
• Must be Forklift Certified. Use stand up forklifts.
• Job-related experience: Minimum 2 years’ related experience in warehouse environment One year of experience with WMS as well as operating forklift and pallet riders.
• Managerial experience: N/A
• Technical knowledge and skills:
• Read and write English and know basic arithmetic.
• Must be knowledgeable in operating forklift and/or electric pallet riders.

US Hourly Pay Range

$16 - $16 USD

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.