Forklift Operator

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY operates a cold storage facility in Council Bluffs, IA, seeking a Forklift Operator. The role requires handling stand-up reach equipment in subfreezing conditions and using RF scanners with a WMS for item tracking.

Palletizing, loading, and routine maintenance tasks form part of the day-to-day responsibilities. Applicants should be able to lift 75 lbs, be at least 18, and have or be willing to obtain forklift experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Must be able to lift at least 75 lbs.
• Experience operating a stand-up reach forklift preferred.
• Experience with WMS and RF scanning is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up reach forklift in cold environments (-10 to 0 °F).
• Use RF scanners to track items in WMS.
• Prepare items for movement, including palletizing and wrapping.
• Put away palletized units into rack locations and select for outbound shipments.
• Record weights, counts, and conditions of items.
• Perform daily forklift maintenance and report deficiencies.
• Monitor battery charge and maintain charging station.

Skills

Forklift operation

WMS experience

RF scanning

Physical strength (75 lbs)

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

RF system

Job description

• Location 1720 16th Avenue,Council Bluffs, IA, 51501,United States
• Base Pay $20.50 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time
• Manage Others No

Committed to customized, precise, and dependable services

POSITION SUMMARY

A Forklift Operator at IceCap Cold Storage needs to be able to operate a stand-up reach lift in minus 10 (-10) degree for long periods of time. They will need to use scanners to keep track of the items they are moving through WMS software. They may also need to prepare those items to be moved, by placing them on pallets, wrapping them, etc.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Put away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into racks above floor height.
• Pick palletized units out of rack locations above floor height and set up for outbound shipment.
• Choose and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items via Radio Frequency (RF) system.
• Load and unload materials on and off trailers, pallets, skids, or lifting device.
• Check for damaged goods.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheet and report any machinery deficiencies to supervisor.
• Monitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station.
• Stay aware of any possible hazards.
• Work safely in a cold environment.
• Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Reliable commute or relocation to Council Bluffs.
• Previous forklift experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred.
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -10 degrees Fahrenheit while wearing company provided personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.

IceCap provides an excellent benefits package with competitive pay, health insurance, 401K, PTO, and more.

IceCap is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer