Forklift Operators - Distribution Center

Koch Foods Inc.; Morton (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Savings Plan

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance policy

On-the-Job Training Provided

Weekly Pay Check

Promotional Career Opportunities

Personal Protective Equipment provided

Company Sponsored Purchasing Program

Job summary

Koch Foods Inc. in Morton, Mississippi, is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to handle palletized goods and move inventory across the facility.

You will load and unload trailers, stack items in storage bays, and perform daily lift truck checks to maintain safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include using RF guns to scan and verify orders, ensuring secure loads, and keeping dock and storage areas clean.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator experience required.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate forklift and other material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate lift trucks to load/unload palletized product and move product within the facility.
• Transport material and equipment according to production and shipping schedules.
• Unload and load trailers and straight trucks.
• Stack product in storage bays following inventory control instructions.
• Ensure secure loads, complying with safety rules and regulations.
• Complete Daily Operator's Checklist for lift trucks.
• Inspect finished goods prior to loading for shipment and verify pallets/packaging.
• Use RF guns to scan inventory, receive materials, update inventory, and scan/verify orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and order within dock, freezer and storage zones.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Job description

#2484

Morton, Mississippi, United States

Shift

2nd Shift

Job Description

• Operate various lift trucks; loading and unloading palletized product, and moving product within the facility.
• Transport material and equipment according to production and shipping schedules.
• Unload and load trailers and straight trucks.
• Stack product in storage bays, following inventory control instructions.
• Ensure secure loads, complying with Company safety rules and regulations.
• Complete Daily Operator's Checklist for lift trucks.
• Inspect finished goods prior to loading for shipment, ensuring pallets and packaging are in excellent condition.
• Use RF guns to scan inventory, receive materials, update inventory, and scan and verify orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and order within dock, freezer and storage zones.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Forklift Operator experience required.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate forklift, and other material handling equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly stand and/or walk throughout shift.
• Exposure to noise (>85 decibels).
• Exposure to extreme cold (ranging between -10°F and +32°F).
• Exposure to damp, wet and cold environments.
• Regularly lift 50+ lbs.

Benefits Information

Benefits Eligibility Varies

• Paid Time Off
• 401k Savings Plan
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available
• Company Sponsored Purchasing Program
• On-the-Job Training Provided
• Weekly Pay Check
• Promotional Career Opportunities
• All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided
• Company Cook-Outs, Safety Rewards, Giveaways, etc.
• Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!

KOCH FOODS IS A DIVERSE COMPANY THAT BELIEVES ITS EMPLOYEES ARE THE FOUNDATION FOR INVESTING IN ITS FUTURE. AT KOCH FOODS, EVERY TEAM MEMBER IS CRITICAL IN HELPING US DELIVER ON OUR COMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERS. KOCH FOODS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PARTNER.

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