Forklift Operator

Futurestep, A Korn Ferry Company; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamb Weston, located in Boardman, Oregon, is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure safe and efficient movement of finished products in the warehouse. This role involves driving various types of forklifts, loading trailers, and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.

Ideal candidates will possess the ability to work in cold environments, follow instructions in English, and are capable of lifting up to 75 lbs. Join a team that values safety and quality in a leading frozen potato company.

Qualifications

• Ability to work scheduled times and required overtime.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions in English.
• Ability to drive various types of forklifts confidently.

Responsibilities

• Move products safely in the warehouse using a forklift.
• Load trailers adhering to proper procedures.
• Maintain facility cleanliness through good housekeeping.

Skills

Forklift safety knowledge

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Job description

Started in 1950 on a small farm in the Northwest region of the U.S., Lamb Weston has grown to be one of the world’s largest frozen potato companies, happily delivering the delicious goodness of fries to more than 100 countries. Lamb Weston has created inventive products and processes that are standards in the industry. When we look at a potato, we see possibilities.

Our people are a valuable and integral part of our business and play a vital role in our success as an organization. At Lamb Weston we offer the financial stability and career potential of a true industry leader.

Lamb Weston will offer you the opportunity to put your education and skills to work as part of a great team, contributing to the achievement of the organization’s goals and objectives. You will be challenged to take responsibility, drive results, show creativity, and display initiative - and you will be rewarded for your contributions and impact.

Let’s explore the possibilities together.

Job Description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring that our finished product is moved within our warehouse in a safe and efficient manner. Forklift duties include but are not limited to driving a forklift in a freezer warehouse, ensuring safety of equipment being used, transporting finished product in the warehouse, pulling finished product for loading of trailers, preparing trailers for loading, and loading trailers adhering to proper procedure. Ensuring facility maintenance through good housekeeping practices.

Qualifications

Key Accountabilities

• Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English
• Ability to drive forklifts including stand-up, sit-down, hi-lift, and tandems.
• Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to move up to 75 lbs
• Basic math skills
• Basic knowledge of computers

Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of forklift safety and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of proper forklift loading procedures
• Ability to understand the effects of product damage
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Must be well organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work individually as well as with others as a team at all levels
• Knowledge of GMP’s
• Ability to be PIT Certified

Additional Information

Lamb Weston is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.