Forklift Operator

BG Foods; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and dedication! This role involves essential responsibilities such as lifting, stacking, and moving products, ensuring proper storage, and adhering to safety guidelines. With a focus on effective communication and problem-solving, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment that supports work-life balance and offers competitive hourly compensation. Enjoy a range of benefits including paid time off, medical and dental plans, and employee discounts. If you're ready to contribute to a collaborative team and grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Work-life Balance

Employee Assistance Program

Casual Dress Code

Disability Coverage

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance record is essential.
• Ability to identify problems and respond appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Lift, stack, and un-stack products and materials.
• Ensure goods are stored correctly for easy location.
• Follow safety rules and guidelines.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Problem Identification

Basic Math Skills

Job description

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Major Responsibilities:

• Lift, stack, and un-stack products and materials.
• Move raw materials and finished goods to processing or dispatch areas of the facility.
• Make sure goods are stored in the correct area of the plant and/or warehouse so they may be located easily.
• Complete daily Forklift Pre-Op Inspection Sheet.
• Pull product and stage for product runs.
• Follow all guidelines as outlined in the forklift driver’s manual and policy.
• Participate in physical inventories as needed.
• Follow all safety rules and policies and GMP rules.

Requirements:

• Maintain excellent attendance record.
• Possess Effective Communication Skills.
• Ability to Identify Problems and Respond Accordingly.
• Possess basic math skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to bend, squat, climb, push and pull.
• Able to work within plant environment, heat, cold, and wet environment
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. – if an accommodation is necessary please notify Human Resources in advance of the interview.

Full-time Hourly non-exempt/ Hourly Compensation $18 per hour

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick and Holiday pay)

401(k) Plan

Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Work-life Balance

Employee Assistance Program

Casual Dress Code

Disability Coverage

Employee Discounts

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf .