Forklift Operator, Shipping & Receiving (1st Shift)

Simmons Prepared Foods Inc; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Prepared Foods Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator for the Shipping & Receiving (1st Shift) in Van Buren, AR.

The role requires operating a forklift, pallet jack, and hand lift to move materials across departments while adhering to safety guidelines and USDA requirements. Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments, delivering materials to work areas, performing routine equipment maintenance, and participating in inventory and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift license and pallet jack license.
• Preference for poultry or food processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, hand lift, or pallet jack to move products while following safety procedures.
• Deliver materials to work areas as directed; load/unload shipments.
• Perform routine equipment servicing (change/charge batteries; check tires).
• Identify defects or unsafe conditions and report to supervisor.
• Keep dock area clean and organized and support inventory tracking.
• Complete daily and weekly reports for the floor supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license

Pallet jack license

Job description

Simmons Prepared Foods Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator for the Shipping & Receiving (1st Shift) in Van Buren, AR.

The role requires operating a forklift, pallet jack, and hand lift to move materials across departments while adhering to safety guidelines and USDA requirements. Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments, delivering materials to work areas, performing routine equipment maintenance, and participating in inventory and reporting processes.