Pallet Jack Operator: Safe, Efficient Material Handler

Simmons Foods; Gentry (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Arkansas seeks a Pallet Jack Operator to move materials between departments, following safety and quality procedures in a fast-paced plant.

The role requires attention to equipment health, timely reporting of issues, and accurate daily/weekly records. Previous shipping/receiving experience and the ability to obtain a pallet jack license are preferred. Military veterans are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Technical experience in shipping/receiving and moving equipment preferred.
• Experience with large moving equipment is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain pallet jack licenses.

Responsibilities

• Operates an electronic or hand pallet jack between departments, collecting and delivering materials per safety procedures.
• Detects and reports defective materials or unsafe conditions to supervisor and keeps area clean.
• Delivers materials to work areas, stacks storage items, and loads trailers while ensuring no damage.
• Identifies mechanical problems with the pallet jack and reports for repair.
• Completes and delivers daily and weekly reports to the floor supervisor.

Skills

Pallet jack operation

Safety compliance

Education

Pallet jack license eligibility

Shipping/receiving exposure

Industry-related background

Tools

Pallet jack license

Job description

Simmons Foods in Arkansas seeks a Pallet Jack Operator to move materials between departments, following safety and quality procedures in a fast-paced plant.

The role requires attention to equipment health, timely reporting of issues, and accurate daily/weekly records. Previous shipping/receiving experience and the ability to obtain a pallet jack license are preferred. Military veterans are welcomed.