Fork Lift Operator

J&J Snack Foods; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Job summary

A leading food product company in Rock Island, Illinois, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to manage order picking, inventory counts, and material handling. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of related experience in a warehouse and be certified to operate forklifts. Responsibilities include using the Warehouse Management System (WMS), loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring safety and quality in all tasks. This position offers an hourly pay range of $16. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ related experience in warehouse environment.
• One year of experience with WMS.
• Knowledgeable in operating forklift and/or electric pallet riders.

Responsibilities

• Uses the WMS to pick orders and transfer product.
• Loads and unloads trucks for finished products and raw materials.
• Performs physical and logical cycle counts as directed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Organization and time management

Problem-solving

Education

Forklift Certified

Basic skills in arithmetic and reading & writing English

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Usesthe 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.

Usesthe 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:

• 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.