Forklift Operator: Shipper & Receiver

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

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Emporia, KS is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Operator to operate forklifts, store and move goods, and prepare shipments in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include rotating stock, reporting damaged items, conducting safety checks, using RFGEN/JDE, labeling inventory, and maintaining a clean, organized dock. Applicants should have a High School diploma and a forklift license; English proficiency and basic math are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain and maintain forklift license.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Basic math proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to receive and transfer product while meeting regulations.
• Store and retrieve goods; rotate stock and report damaged items.
• Prepare products for shipment; ensure proper loading and sealing.
• Label inventory; read lot numbers and expiry dates; maintain records.
• Perform daily safety inspections; report issues to supervisor.
• Keep dock, area, and equipment clean; assist with pallet consolidation.
• Use RFGEN and JDE for inventory transactions and reporting.
• Participate in team meetings and uphold BEST practices.

Skills

Forklift operation

Shipping and receiving

RFGEN

JDE

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RFGEN

JDE

Job description

Simmons Foods in Emporia, KS is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Operator to operate forklifts, store and move goods, and prepare shipments in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include rotating stock, reporting damaged items, conducting safety checks, using RFGEN/JDE, labeling inventory, and maintaining a clean, organized dock. Applicants should have a High School diploma and a forklift license; English proficiency and basic math are required.