Forklift/Receiving Operator, W&D (Day shift)

Nestlé SA; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health science is seeking a Forklift/Receiving Operator for the day shift. The role involves operating industrial equipment, managing inventory, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in forklift operation. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and health.

Benefits

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• Must be certified to operate lift equipment.
• Regularly lift 0-40 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to changes in work tasks and environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial equipment to handle materials.
• Record warehouse transactions in inventory tracking software.
• Follow safety procedures and check incoming shipments.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Basic Math Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electric Powered Industrial Truck

Job description

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Forklift/Receiving Operator, W&D (Full-time) - Day Shift

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.

This position will work the day shift: 7am-3:30pm, Monday - Friday.

The Forklift Operator/ Receiving Clerk will perform a variety of tasks including unloading, and receiving of all incoming materials, preparing items for movement/storage and operating electric powered industrial truck equipment to move products or materials.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Operate industrial equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack) to handle materials, including lifting up to 40 feet.

· Record warehouse transactions in inventory tracking software and complete necessary documentation.

· Follow safety procedures and standard guidelines for assigned tasks.

· Check incoming shipments against documentation, counts items, and reports damaged items.

· Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), conducts MHE inspections for food safety, and participate in daily shift meetings to address goals and resolve issues. Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

· High School diploma or GED preferred

· Must be certified to operate lift equipment. Certification will be met through completion of internal training

· Regularly lifting 0-40 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 70 pounds with assistance.

· Regularly stand, pull, squat, walk, kneel, reach, climb and/or balance for 8 to 10 hours daily.

· Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, talk and effectively hear and listen while being exposed to various levels of traffic from material handling equipment.

SKILLS:

· Preferred experience in forklift operation and powered industrial equipment in manufacturing or warehousing.

· Proficiency in reading and interpreting safety rules, manuals, and basic correspondence.

· Strong basic math skills and command of the English language.

· Ability to collaborate in teams and adapt effectively to changes in work tasks, processes, or environments.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $17.60-$20.18 . Please note that thepayrangeprovidedis a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may varybased on factorsincluding but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and acompetitive total rewards package, which includes a401kwith company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range ofother benefits. Incentives and/or benefitpackages may varydepending on the position. Learn more at About Us |Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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