Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

Case Farms; Dudley (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Farms is seeking a forklift operator to move pallets from the production floor into freezer bays for shipment. You will inspect and monitor equipment, report issues to supervision, and operate high-reach forklifts safely under OSHA guidelines.

Maintain a clean, safe workspace and support the team with additional lift-related tasks as needed. Eligible applicants are 18+, capable of basic math, and committed to punctual attendance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and strong character.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area.
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal interactions.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Removes pallets from the production floor and places them in the freezer bays for shipment.
• Inspects equipment to ensure optimal operating condition.
• Notifies supervisor/lead of forklift or equipment issues.
• Safely operates high-reach forklifts per OSHA and Case Farms guidelines.
• Follows safety policies and keeps work environment safe for others.
• Performs additional warehouse, inventory, or lift-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading & writing

Attendance

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

• Removes pallets from the production floor and carefully places them in the correct bay in the freezer for future shipment.
• Properly inspects equipment to ensure they are in optimum operating condition.
• Notifies supervisor and/or lead of any issues with the forklift or malfunction(s).
• Safely operates high-reach forklifts under OSHA and Case Farms guidelines.
• Follows safety policies and procedures based on required training and ensures coworkers maintain a safe working environment to prevent accidents.
• Additional warehouse, inventory, or lift-related tasks not listed may be assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.
• Maintains a clean, uncluttered, safe work area.
• Maintains a positive attitude and interpersonal interactions.
• Maintains consistent and regular attendance.
• Prompt, punctual, and efficient with time.
• Basic math functions and skills.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.

• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced plant environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, sit, squat, climb, balance, stretch, walk, reach, twist, bend, grasp, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls, talk, and hear.
• Agility to negotiate around moving machinery and people.
• Work in a noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment.
• Will be exposed to temperatures of -10 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
• Will handle product -10 degrees to 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Case Farms is an Equal Opportunity / Affordative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Case Farms participates in the E-Verify system and uses tools made available by the federal government to confirm employment eligibility of all team members. Persons offered employment are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.

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