Shipping Forklift Operator

Ssi-Foods-LL; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SSI Foods is seeking a Raw Material Handler to operate an industrial forklift and support production. You will pull product from staging areas, move it to production, and track raw materials using scanning and inventory controls.

Candidates must pass forklift training or demonstrate safe forklift handling in an on-site test. A high school diploma and a valid license are preferred, with ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a cold environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.

Responsibilities

• Operate an industrial forklift to move materials.
• Pull product from staging areas and move to production.
• Track raw materials using scanning, inventory control and reporting.
• Transport products to/from docks, scales, and storage areas.
• Remove empty pallets and manage recycling/ trash areas.
• Report problems with products or equipment to supervisor.
• Manage pallets and supplies in designated areas.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Skills

Basic math

Language & reading skills

Safe forklift operation

Education

High school diploma

Valid state driver’s license

Forklift training certification or on-site test

Job description

Description

The Raw Material Handler will operate an industrial forklift truck to accomplish various materials handling assignments supporting production.

• Conducts a Forklift safety inspection prior to use according to guidelines
• Pulls product from staging areas and moves them to production
• Tracks raw materials through proper use of scanning, inventory control and reporting issues
• Transports products to and from various locations including combo dumps, scales, loading docks, and storage areas
• Removes empty combos from the dump and breaks down the combo for recycling and takes liner to trash area
• Reports any problems with product or equipment to supervisor
• Manages pallets and other supplies in specified areas
• Performs other related duties as requested

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic math, language, and reading skills
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly

Education and Experience

• High school diploma preferred
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license
• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test

Physical Requirements

• Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness
• Must be able to move and lift up to 50-pound wooden skid or pallet
• Able to work in a cold refrigerated environment for up to 10 hours. Moving in and out of freezer

SSI Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind:

SSI is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.