Forklift Operator 2pm-10pm

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Blue Mountain (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America in Blue Mountain, MS, is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure finished products are loaded safely for outbound shipments by operating a forklift and verifying orders

You will perform pre-operational checks, handle inbound/outbound materials, and maintain inventory records while complying with safety rules as part of the shipping team. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, varying shifts, and familiarity with JDE and RFSMART.

Qualifications

• Must read, comprehend, and act on product specs, SOPs, PWI, AIQ processes, and similar documents.
• Must effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.
• Must be able to read and accurately interpret bills of lading.
• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.
• Must learn computer programs, including JDE and RFSMART.
• Must be able to sit on forklift throughout shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to bend, reach, twist, stoop, walk, and climb stairs and ladders frequently.
• Must wear PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, coveralls as required in a hazardous environment.
• Must be available to work different shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments and verify orders using the BOL.
• Inspect and verify materials meet quality specs for shipments or receiving.
• Receive inbound items and store them properly, matching items to BOL.
• Manage warehouses and outside storage areas as needed.
• Placard items for inventory and complete inventory sheets accurately.
• Stack or restack product onto pallets as required.
• Perform pre-operational equipment checks and monitor forklift performance.
• Keep work areas clean and free of clutter.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Effective communication

Bill of Lading interpretation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

JDE

RFSMART

Job description

Job Overview

Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring the finished product is correctly and safely loaded for shipment by operating a forklift to load freight for outbound shipment.

Job Title

Job Title: Forklift Operator
Location: Blue Mountain
Department: Shipping
Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments. Assess the Bill of Lading (BOL) to determine customers' orders correctly.
• Inspect and verify all materials meet quality specifications, shipments and/or receiving.
• Receive inbound items and ensure proper storage of those items, matching items to BOL.
• Manage applicable warehouses and outside storage areas.
• Correctly placard items for inventory, correctly fill out inventory pallet and inventory sheets and damage inventory.
• Stack or restack product onto pallets as needed.
• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors forklift performance and gauges during operation.
• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet Oil-Dri written and hands-on assessment requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.
• Possess ability to read and accurately interpret bills of lading.
• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.
• Must have knowledge and ability to learn computer programs, including JDE and RFSMART.
• Must be able to sit on forklift throughout shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.
• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.
• Must be available and willing to work different shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Starting Pay: $22.57 per hour