Forklift Operator — Build Pallets, Boost Warehouse Ops

Sugar Foods LLC; West Whiteland Township (Chester County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Foods LLC in Whiteland, IN, is hiring a Fork Lift Operator to safely load and unload trailers, pick and place items, and build pallets using powered equipment. You will use scanners to locate inventory, label pallets, and maintain clean, orderly work areas in a busy warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate can lift up to 50 lbs, drive a forklift for extended periods, read and follow safety instructions in English, and work well as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Language: Ability to read, write, speak, and interpret safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals in English.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division. basic fractions and interpret graphs.
• Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense and solve problems involving multiple variables.

Responsibilities

• Understand safe operation is a deliverable.
• Preform equipment pre-inspections and report equipment concerns, deficiencies or problems to Team Leader.
• Operate forklift in compliance with operating instructions and safety procedures.
• Understand mechanics and requirements of refueling forklift.
• Troubleshoot minor forklift operation issues and perform minor adjustments.
• Utilize scanner to locate inventory and maintain inventory tracking.
• Locate and retrieve products to build pallets manually and/or with powered equipment.
• Safely operate equipment while moving pallets.
• May use electric or manual pallet jack to move products.
• Gather and assemble specific customer orders.
• Regularly lift, move, carry and lower product containers such as boxes that weigh up to 50 lbs.
• Complete tasks at a defined, acceptable rate.
• Build pallet stacking configuration correctly and use shrink wrapping equipment in preparation for product shipment.
• Place proper labels on pallets and boxes according to company procedure.
• Maintain proper housekeeping of area and equipment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Math basics

Problem solving

Job description

Sugar Foods LLC in Whiteland, IN, is hiring a Fork Lift Operator to safely load and unload trailers, pick and place items, and build pallets using powered equipment. You will use scanners to locate inventory, label pallets, and maintain clean, orderly work areas in a busy warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate can lift up to 50 lbs, drive a forklift for extended periods, read and follow safety instructions in English, and work well as part of a team.