Shipping - Forklift Operator

Trinidad Benham Corporation; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join their Packaging Operations team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for safely operating a forklift, loading and unloading products, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This position offers a stable work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement. With a commitment to employee ownership and a supportive workplace culture, you will play a key role in maintaining efficient operations while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices. If you're looking for a rewarding career with competitive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee-owned

Advancement Opportunities

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance program

Qualifications

• Recent forklift experience of at least 6 months is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift and perform daily inspections.
• Load and unload products to/from semi-trucks and maintain order in the warehouse.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Shipping - Forklift Operator

Department: Packaging Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Sterling, CO

Compensation: $17.00 - $19.50 / hour

Description

There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Safely and efficiently operate a forklift and perform required daily inspection
• Read and understand Bills of Lading and pick sheets
• Load and unload products to/from semi-trucks
• Filling out scale tickets, ensuring that load and ticket match
• Ensure that the correct trailer is in the door for the scheduled load
• Ensure tags match the paperwork and product listed
• Arrange the warehouse by moving products to make room for incoming loads
• Ensuring the number of totes unloaded matches the recorded amount
• Printing required to pick tickets and assign orders to be pulled for shipment; ensure correct loading of trucks through proper weight distribution
• Check product to be shipped for accuracy per customer orders
• Maintain clean and organized aisles and rack storage, consolidate partial pallets when needed
• Coordinate with the Shipping Supervisor regarding product rotation and space allocation. Ensure first in, first out (FIFO) stock rotation is followed
• Perform periodic quality control checks to ensure the product is staged and shipped according to customer requirements
• Communicate with management and maintenance personnel on a timely basis to facilitate maintenance and repairs
• Comply with company safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shipping Supervisor, Lead, or Plant Manager

WHAT WE NEED

• Recent forklift experience (6 months)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed

EXTRAS

Employee-owned
Advancement Opportunities
Weekly pay
Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
401(k) with employer match
Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
Tuition assistance program
Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)