Material Handler 1 (Stand-Up Forklift Operator)

Bob Evans Farms, Inc.; Hillsdale (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob Evans Farms, Inc. is seeking a general labor position focused on forklift operation to move finished products within the facility. The role includes loading and unloading trucks, assisting with warehouse housekeeping, and completing daily paperwork while ensuring materials reach production lines.

You will work closely with Operations to maintain steady production, adhere to safety protocols, and support a collaborative team environment in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Two years of related work experience preferred.
• Forklift/warehouse experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move finished product around the facility.
• May use a pallet jack to load and unload materials and goods.
• Load and unload trucks; assist with warehouse maintenance and housekeeping.
• Complete daily paperwork and ensure production lines receive necessary materials.
• Coordinate with Operations to maintain production flow and material availability.

Skills

Collaboration

Organization

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Communication

Operations coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years of related work experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.

Business Unit Overview

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.

Responsibilities

This position is a general labor position and is responsible for using a forklift to move finished product around the facility. It may also include the use of a pallet jack to load and unload materials and finished goods. The position will include loading and unloading trucks, warehouse maintenance and housekeeping and completion of daily paperwork. This position will work with Operations to ensure they receive the products and materials needed to keep the production lines running.

Accountabilities

• Safety 1st, follow all safety requirements including wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as prescribed for each work activity or job.
• Report all unsafe acts, unsafe conditions/safety concerns and injuries immediately to the Shift Lead, Supervisor, Operations Manager or HR.
• Meet performance requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive stand-up forklift/walkie truck.
• Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
• Sorts and stores perishable goods in refrigerated rooms.
• Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to production workers or assembly line.
• Marks materials with identifying information.
• Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
• Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
• Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Uses computer to enter records.

Experience And Education

Education Level:

• High School diploma or GED
• Or Two years of related work experience

Experience

• Prior Forklift/Warehour Experience - Standing Forklift Preferred but not required
• Prior food manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will act each day as a positive example of the company values. He/she will always put safety first, perform job responsibilities to the best of their ability to help everyone win together. He/she will do the right thing and be courageous working to do what is best for customers, company, team, and self, knowing that positive actions will help everyone as the company drives for results.

You will be expected to be dependable, resourceful, flexible to business needs, a team player, a good communicator, and a person with high integrity.

Bob Evans Individual Contributor Success Practices

• Persevering
• Developing Resourcefulness
• Taking Initiative and Measured Risks
• Delivering Consistent High-quality Results
• Working Hard and Adding Value
• Setting Work Priorities
• Informing Peers and Bosses
• Collaborating
• Being Coachable

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with peers, Team Leads and Supervisors.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Must be a self-motivated self-starter.
• Must be adaptable and flexible
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• This position will work with Operations to ensure they receive the products and materials needed to keep the production lines running.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

Manufacturing Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to cold, wet or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the noise level can be loud.

May lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work and may not include all of the responsibilities or duties required.