Forklift Operator (Stand Up) - 2nd Shift

Trinidad Benham Corporation; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging operations sector is seeking a Forklift Operator for second shift. The role involves operating forklifts to ensure efficient material movement across the facility. Candidates should have a high school diploma, forklift certification, and a minimum of two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. Enjoy benefits like insurance coverage, 401(k) plans, and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Employee-owned

Advancement Opportunities

Weekly pay

Insurance coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance program

Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of related experience preferred.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate both gas and electric forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload shipments accurately according to production schedules.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas.

Skills

Forklift operation

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Two years related experience

Job description

Forklift Operator (Stand Up) - 2nd Shift

Department: Packaging Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: La Vergne, TN

Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour

Description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, picking, loading, and unloading assets with little or no supervision while operating a forklift. This job will be heavy on loading responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Operates a gas or electric forklifts (sit down and stand up) in the warehouse.
• Operates a forklift and other powered equipment when required and is thoroughly trained and operational; may perform more complex, heavy, or oversized transports.
• Performs daily machine inspections while adhering to established safety procedures.
• Reads and understands Bills of Lading and Pick Sheets.
• Moves product to work areas according to production schedule and daily pick-up sheet where needed.
• Stacks product in storage areas, loads and unloads shipments to and from the trailer(s).
• Uploads full and partial pallets, wrap pallets when necessary, stages product for loading, and checks pallets for accuracy to order.
• Maintains clean and organized aisles or racks storage, consolidates partial pallets when needed.
• Labels, sorts, wraps, and ties inventory products.
• Loads product into containers by hand.
• Completes required paperwork per company standards.
• Communicates with management and maintenance personnel on a timely basis to facilitate maintenance and repairs.
• Complies with company safety policies and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
• Performs tasks with little or no supervision.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of two (2) years or more of related experience in a manufacturing preferred
• Forklift certification required
• Valid state-issued driver's license preferred
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment
• Ability to perform more complex problems
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed
• Must display a positive attitude and work well with all levels of personnel

Benefits

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)