LTO- 1st Shift

Compact Industries, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k plan

Attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Advancement opportunities

Two weeks PTO

Paid weekly

Paid holidays

Paid lunch

Onsite gym

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Compact Industries, Inc. in Illinois is seeking a forklift operator to move materials safely within the facility and load/unload trailers as needed. You will follow GMP guidelines, maintain cleanliness, and record material movements using an RF scanner.

A valid driver’s license and 1+ year forklift experience are required; RF scanner experience is a plus. COMPANY provides a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement within a growing team dedicated to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• One or more years of forklift experience.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or food environment is a plus.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• RF scanner experience is a plus.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive a forklift safely, following Company guidelines.
• Maintain warehouse and lift truck cleanliness according to GMPs.
• Correctly receive, transfer, ship or store material, supplies, or equipment.
• Load and unload trailers with product, recycling, supplies, etc.
• Ensure accurate records of material movements are tracked via the RF scanner.
• Utilize RF scanner to find material locations.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired First Out), philosophy when pulling/placing product.
• Move, stack and organize materials in designated storage areas.
• Communicate with individuals in and out of the department to ensure what task needs to be completed.
• Identify and report any damaged materials or shortages.
• Complete a pre-inspection checklist to ensure the forklift is in proper working order.
• Ensure all items have proper labels if needed.
• Assist in stock takes/inventory counts.
• Assist in audit preparation of area.
• Follow all safety and GMP requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

RF scanner

Mathematics

Communication

Instruction reading

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

PURPOSE:To safely utilize a forklift to move material throughout the facility.RESPONSIBILITIES:Drive a forklift safely, following Company guidelines.Maintain warehouse and lift truck cleanliness according to good manufacturing practices (GMPs).Correctly receive, transfer, ship or store material, supplies, or equipment.Load and unload trailers with product, recycling, supplies, etc.Ensure accurate records of material movements are tracked via the RF scanner.Utilize RF scanner to find material locations.Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out), philosophy when pulling/placing product.Move, stack and organize materials in designated storage areas.Communicate with individuals in and out of the department to ensure what task needs to be completed.Identify and report any damaged materials or shortages.Complete a pre-inspection checklist to ensure the forklift is in proper working order.Ensure all items have proper labels if needed.Assist in stock takes/inventory counts.Assist in audit preparation of area.Follow all safety and GMP requirements.Perform other duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS:Valid driver’s license required.One or more years of forklift experience.Experience in manufacturing and/or food environment is a plus.Lift up to 50 lbs.RF scanner experience is a plus.Ability to calculate simple mathematical figures.Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.Good communication skills.High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.Do you want to transform your job into a career?Compact Industries, Inc. is a women/family-owned company, and we are looking for energetic people that are eager for success to join our team. Since 1963, Compact Industries has been the leading contract manufacturer of dry food products to the Fortune 500 companies that market the national brands you know and love. Apply with us today to become part of our growing team.Why Compact?Day One - Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life401k retirement plans – The Company will contribute a matching contribution equal to (a) 100% of your 401(k) contributions that do not exceed 3% of your gross wages and (b) 50% of your 401(k) contributions that are more than 3% of your gross wages but not more than 5% of your gross wages.Attendance Bonus ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramAdvancement OpportunitiesTwo Weeks PTO Accrual in the First YearPaid WeeklyPaid HolidaysPaid LunchOnsite Gym and Wellness ProgramTuition Reimbursement