Forklift Operator, Shipping

Case Farms, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Farms, Inc. seeks a Forklift Operator for production in the Shipping department. The ideal candidate will operate forklifts, manage product shipments, and adhere to safety protocols. Strong work ethic and prior forklift experience are essential for maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Prior forklift experience is required.
• Ability to read and write legibly and maintain a clean work area.

Responsibilities

• Operates high-reach forklifts and performs tasks in the Shipping department.
• Inspects equipment for optimal condition and ensures safety compliance.
• Handles pallets within the production environment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Basic math skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

OVERVIEW :

Primarily responsible for performing direct tasks involved in the production of Case Farms products in the Shipping department using a Forklift.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS :

• Removes pallets from the production floor and carefully places them in the correct bay in the freezer for future shipment.
• Properly inspects equipment to ensure they are in optimum operating condition.
• Notifies supervisor and/or lead of any issues with the forklift or malfunction(s).
• Safely operates high-reach forklifts under OSHA and Case Farms guidelines.
• Follows safety policies and procedures based on required training and ensures coworkers maintain a safe working environment to prevent accidents.
• Additional warehouse, inventory, or lift-related tasks not listed may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.
• Maintains a clean, uncluttered, safe work area.
• Maintains a positive attitude and interpersonal interactions.
• Maintains consistent and regular attendance.
• Prompt, punctual, and efficient with time.
• Basic math functions and skills.
• Prior forklift experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.

• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced plant environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, sit, squat, climb, balance, stretch, walk, reach, twist, bend, grasp, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls, talk, and hear.
• Agility to negotiate around moving machinery and people.
• Work in a noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment.
• Will be exposed to temperatures of -10 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
• Will handle product -10 degrees to 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Case Farms is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Case Farms participates in the E-Verify system and uses tools made available by the federal government to confirm employment eligibility of all team members. Persons offered employment are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.