Forklift Operator

Chestnut Labs; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Labs in Dallas, TX is seeking a forklift operator to load and unload, move pallets, stage materials, and manage records in a fast-paced production facility.

You will follow SOPs and GMP-like practices, operate forklifts safely, and work closely with a team to ensure efficiency and safety. A high school diploma and English written/verbal skills are required.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented worker with good communication skills.
• Ability to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Ability to use company computer systems.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to follow directions accurately.
• Able to perform basic math in all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Execute loading and unloading of products in trailers.
• Distribute pallets from palletizer to trailers and staging areas.
• Stage materials for production.
• Move products within the facility.
• Receive materials for warehouse storage.
• Supply packaging materials to line as needed.
• Maintain pallet supply for palletizer.
• Rotate packaging and ingredients using FIFO.
• Complete required paperwork clearly and accurately.
• Adhere to SOPs and maintain documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes.
• Report food safety or quality issues to management.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Computer systems

Fast-paced environment

Clear verbal/written communication

Follow directions

Mathematical literacy

Reading and writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Operate gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices, such as forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in a warehouse, storage yard, or facility.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the loading and unloading of products in trailers
• Distribute pallets of product from the palletizer to distribution trailers and staging areas
• Stage materials for production
• Move product and materials within facility (plant and/or cooler)
• Receive materials for warehouse storage
• Supply packaging material, cartons, and hulls to line as needed
• Maintain pallet supply for palletizer
• Rotate packaging and ingredients using FIFO (First In - First Out)
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format, and completed with required information
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to use company computer systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

18.92

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