MFG FORK LIFT OPERATOR - 3rd shift

Kroger Family of Companies; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Manufacturing in Irving, TX seeks a warehouse operator to manage assigned machines and equipment to meet daily orders while maintaining world-class safety and quality standards. You will follow standard work, wear PPE, monitor product quality, and document all activities.

The role requires basic math, clear communication, and a commitment to reliable attendance. You will participate in Total Process Control and support overall warehouse operations and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Basic math and calculation abilities are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively operate and maintain assigned machines and equipment to meet daily orders.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with standards.
• Read and follow standard work for warehouse policies.
• Operate various warehouse equipment and vehicles and use hand tools.
• Arrange for maintenance and repair of equipment when needed.
• Complete safety observations and required paperwork accurately.
• Participate in Total Process Control (TPC) activities and warehouse planning.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and ensure attendance and flexibility for overtime as needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Effective oral and written comunicação

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for all aspects of warehouse operation, including equipment and products within the warehouse and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all assigned job functions to achieve and maintain world-class quality. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. RESPONSIBILITIES - Safely and effectively operate and maintain assigned machines and all related equipment to ensure daily orders are met

• Responsible for all safety procedures, including the wearing of all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
• Read and follow standard work for warehouse policies
• Safely operate a variety of warehouse equipment and vehicles and utilize a variety of hand tools
• Arrange for the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment when needed
• Complete safety observations
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion
• Verify proper components at the work station before beginning a job
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation, writing clearly and legibly
• Complete -If down, do- list for this position when conditions warrant
• Actively participate in Total Process Control (TPC) activities
• Plan, oversee and participate in warehouse operations and activities
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, as well as working overtime as needed
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum

• Basic math skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Desired

• High School Diploma or GED
• Any previous food manufacturing experience