Forklift Operator & Inventory Coordinator

Simmons Pet Food; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods Hiring Center in Emporia, KS, is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator to load, unload and store product using an industrial forklift. You will rotate stock, verify lot numbers, and use RFGEN/JDE for inventory accuracy, while following safety rules and company procedures.

You will inspect equipment, assist with daily safety checks, and maintain a clean dock area, contributing to efficient shipping and receiving operations in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an industrial forklift and handling pallets.
• Familiarity with RFGEN or similar inventory systems is a plus.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to read production documents.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate an industrial forklift to receive and transfer product and materials.
• Store and retrieve goods, rotate stock, and report damaged items.
• Use RFGEN/scan gun to track lots and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Perform daily safety inspections and minor maintenance on equipment.
• Refuel/ troubleshoot forklift as needed and maintain clean, organized work area.
• Read and follow production schedules, labels, and expiration dates.
• Consolidate partial pallets as directed by supervisor and coordinate with production team.
• Ensure safe forklift operation in tight spaces and maintain safe work zone.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory accuracy

RFGEN/JDE literacy

Basic computer literacy

Shipping & receiving

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Tools

RFGEN

JDE

Scan gun

Job description

Simmons Foods Hiring Center in Emporia, KS, is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator to load, unload and store product using an industrial forklift. You will rotate stock, verify lot numbers, and use RFGEN/JDE for inventory accuracy, while following safety rules and company procedures.

You will inspect equipment, assist with daily safety checks, and maintain a clean dock area, contributing to efficient shipping and receiving operations in a fast-paced production environment.