Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

Trinidad Benham; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Advancement Opportunities

Weekly pay

Insurance coverage: medical, dental, W

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation/sick pay

Tuition assistance program

ESOP

Job summary

Trinidad Benham in La Vergne, TN is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials throughout the facility with minimal supervision. The role supports Production Operations and requires standing for long periods. Forklift operation (gas/electric) and routine inspections are essential.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, staging, palletizing, and accurate documentation per GMP/SQF. High school diploma and forklift certification are required; two years of manufacturing experience is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years or more of related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates gas or electric forklifts (sit down and stand up) in the warehouse.
• Operates forklift and other powered equipment as trained; may perform heavier transports.
• Performs daily machine inspections following safety procedures.
• Reads and understands Bills of Lading and Pick Sheets.
• Moves product to work areas according to production schedule.
• Stacks and unloads shipments; loads product into containers by hand.
• Wraps pallets, stages product for loading, and checks accuracy to order.
• Keeps aisles and storage areas clean and organized; maintains housekeeping.
• Labels, sorts, and ties inventory; documents as required by SQF/GMP.
• Completes required paperwork; communicates with management and maintenance.

Skills

Fast-paced manufacturing

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Two years manufacturing experience (preferred)

Driver's license (preferred)

Job description

• Forklift certification required

Department:

Packaging Operations

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

La Vergne, TN - International Blvd

Description

There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.

The Forklift Operator is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by dumping, moving, picking, loading, and unloading assets with little or no supervision while operating a forklift. This job will support the Production Operation. Stand up is required and sit down experience is preferred.

What You'll Be Doing

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Operates a gas or electric forklifts (sit down and stand up) in the warehouse.
• Operates a forklift and other powered equipment when required and is thoroughly trained and operational; may perform more complex, heavy, or oversized transports.
• Performs daily machine inspections while adhering to established safety procedures.
• Reads and understands Bills of Lading and Pick Sheet.
• Moves product to work areas according to production schedule and daily pick-up sheet where needed.
• Stacks product in storage areas, loads and unloads shipments to and from the trailer(s).
• Uploads full and partial pallets, wrap pallets when necessary, stages product for loading, and checks pallets for accuracy to order.
• Maintains clean and organized aisles or racks storage, consolidates partial pallets when needed.
• Labels, sorts, wraps, and ties inventory products.
• Loads product into containers by hand.
• Completes required paperwork per company standards.
• Communicates with management and maintenance personnel on a timely basis to facilitate maintenance and repairs.
• Complies with company safety policies and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
• Performs tasks with little or no supervision.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills, knowledge & expertise

Education And Formal Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of two (2) years or more of related experience in a manufacturing preferred
• Forklift certification required
• Valid state-issued driver's license preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Ability

• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment
• Ability to perform more complex problems
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed
• Must display a positive attitude and work well with all levels of personnel

EXTRAS

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)