Forklift Operator: Safely Load & Ship Outbound Freight

Oil--dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Blue Mountain (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Mountain Production Company in Blue Mountain, Mississippi, is seeking a forklift operator responsible for loading finished products for outbound shipment. You will operate a forklift, verify orders against the Bill of Lading (BOL), and ensure accurate storage of items as part of outbound logistics.

This role requires reading SOPs, adhering to WE CARE values, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and daily use of PPE. Willingness to work varying shifts and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet Oil-Dri written and hands-on assessment requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret product specs and SOPs.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments and verify orders against the BOL.
• Inspect and verify materials meet quality specifications and shipments.
• Receive inbound items and ensure proper storage, matching items to BOL.
• Manage warehouses and outside storage areas.
• Placard items for inventory and complete inventory sheets.
• Stack or restack product onto pallets as needed.
• Perform pre-operational equipment checks and monitor forklift gauges.
• Keep work areas clean and free of clutter and follow safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

BOL interpretation

Reading proficiency

Team communication

Safety compliance

JDE familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Oil-Dri assessment requirements

Tools

JDE

RFSMART

Job description

Blue Mountain Production Company in Blue Mountain, Mississippi, is seeking a forklift operator responsible for loading finished products for outbound shipment. You will operate a forklift, verify orders against the Bill of Lading (BOL), and ensure accurate storage of items as part of outbound logistics.

This role requires reading SOPs, adhering to WE CARE values, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and daily use of PPE. Willingness to work varying shifts and overtime is required.