Forklift Operator - Thursday-Sunday Afternoon Shift

Rehrig Pacific Company, Inc.; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Forklift Operators to join their team. This role focuses on safely loading and unloading trailers while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with a diverse team to meet production targets. Enjoy great benefits after just 30 days of employment! If you're looking to be part of a company that values its people and fosters a culture of safety and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Great benefits after 30 days

Flexible shifts

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Familiarity with pallet jack operation is preferred.
• Previous forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload customer trailers while adhering to safety standards.
• Sort pallets by product type and quality grade based on inspections.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Pallet Jack Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people, like you, are celebrated for doing their best work. Rehrig Pacific has grown to meet the needs of our industry consumers across the country and internationally. We are constantly creating innovative solutions to transcend the new standards set forth by our customers. We find true fulfillment in helping others, both within the Rehrig Pacific family and in our communities. As servant leaders, we lead by example.

Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people, like you, are celebrated for doing their best work. Rehrig Pacific has grown to meet the needs of our industry consumers across the country and internationally. We are constantly creating innovative solutions to transcend the new standards set forth by our customers. We find true fulfillment in helping others, both within the Rehrig Pacific family and in our communities. As servant leaders, we lead by example.

Shift: Thursday-Sunday, 3 pm to 1:30 am

$17/hour - Great benefits after 30 days!

Purpose of Role:

The primary responsibility of this role is to safely and efficiently load and unload customer trailers, ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards. Forklift Operators will also be tasked with moving materials across the operation to meet production requirements and assist in manual hand-sorting of pallets according to product specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety and Compliance:
  • Adhere strictly to all safety protocols to support the achievement of the Plan to Zero (PTZ) safety goal.
  • Operate forklifts safely and efficiently, following company-specific safety behaviors, processes, and procedures. (Training and certification to be provided)
• Quality Management:
  • Accurately sort pallets by product type, manufacturer, and quality grade, based on visual inspections.
• Production Support:
  • Meet and sustain production and quality targets consistently.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by site leadership to support daily operations.
• Team Collaboration and Values:
  • Work effectively within a diverse team environment, adhering to the company’s mission and values.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization by practicing "Clean as You Go" and adhering to good housekeeping standards.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Lift up to 70 lbs. regularly throughout the shift.
• Perform tasks involving repetitive motions, i.e.- bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Familiarity with pallet jack operation.
• Previous forklift experience preferred but not required.
• Experience in a fast-paced, production-based warehouse or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience preferred.

12/30/24

Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.

Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See alsohere .