Frozen Warehouse Forklift Operator

Harlan Bakeries LLC; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A food production company based in Avon, Indiana is seeking a Forklift Operator for the Frozen Warehouse. This role involves operating a stand-up forklift, maintaining product rotation, and documenting inventory in a GMP-compliant environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least 3 months of experience in a production setting, and the ability to work in cold temperatures. This position is for the first shift from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, with a strong focus on safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months experience in a production, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Strong communication skills to report issues to supervisors.
• Physical capability to handle products and pallets weighing up to 60 lb.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift to load and unload trailers.
• Maintain product rotation in the freezer warehouse.
• Document production logs accurately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Ability to work in cold environments

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Scissor lift

Job description

Overview

The Frozen Warehouse Forklift Operator is responsible for the removal of product lines while ensuring proper rotation is always maintained. This is a first shift position 6:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow and comply with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s);
• Safety, demonstrated behaviors in support of company safety procedures with focus on zero injuries;
• Responsible for loading trailers with pallets, operating a stand-up forklift in and out of the warehouse;
• Ensure all product that is being placed in the freezer is in good shippable condition;
• Ensure pallets are tagged properly. (Color Coded Tags, Pallet Stickers, and Pallet Tickets);
• Accurately locate (store) product in respective racks;
• Accurately pick and stage product for loads and ensure proper rotation (oldest out first) is being used;
• Locating and picking finished goods from Freezer Warehouse;
• Assist Palletize, Stocker Picker, Loader, and Team Lead personnel as needed;
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Responsible for accurately documenting the production log and scanning product into the inventory database;
• Keep pallet dispenser full of pallets;
• Deliver each skid to the appropriate freezer and stage product to the floor;
• Periodically locate product to the rack (includes all levels and warehouses);
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks as needed;
• Ensure all equipment and surrounding work area is maintained;
• Communicate problems to supervisor immediately;
• Participate in month and year end inventory;
• Communicate with production department to maintain efficient operation;
• Comply with all regulatory agencies;
• Performs other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required;
• Experience working in a production, manufacturing or distribution environment for minimum of 3 months;
• Ability to speak, read and write English;
• Ability to use a Scissor lift for Inventory maintenance;
• Ability to obtain forklift certification;
• Ability to withstand below -10 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period;
• Physical ability to handle product and pallets weighing up to 60 lb.;
• Experience working in a food processing or packaging environment;
• Experience working in a GMP compliant environment;
• Able to work at heights up to 30 feet;
• Exhibit a positive attitude within a team environment;
• Detail oriented and self-motivated;
• Regular and predictable attendance.