Shipping Forklift Operator 3rd Shift (10pm-630am)

DeKalb Health; Colorado; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Premium Poultry is seeking a forklift operator to safely load and unload trucks, move materials, and support shipping operations. You will stack pallets, label items, maintain stock counts, and ensure accurate shipping documentation on a fast-paced production floor.

You must maintain forklift certification, comply with HACCP/SSOPs/GMPs, and work in a refrigerated environment. The role requires teamwork, the ability to follow directions, and flexible participation in training and crew

Qualifications

• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Must pass required physical including lifting weight.
• Able to work in refrigerated environment (35–50°F).
• Must be able to stand for an 8-hour shift and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load/unload trucks and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Hand stack, palletize, label, and conduct inventory counts as needed.
• Stage product and inspect shipping tags and documents for accuracy.
• Maintain current forklift certification.
• Clean loading dock areas and pathways.
• Assist training of co-workers and participate as a team member.
• Follow HACCP, SSOPs and GMPs and safety policies.
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Food safety awareness

Job description

• Location 1325 E Cloverly Rd,Fremont, NE, 68025-6114,United States
• Base Pay $21.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

JOB DESCRIPTION

REPORTS TO: Shipping/VRT Supervisor STATUS : Non-Exempt

CORE VALUE COMMITMENT

All employees will demonstrate our culture of commitment to quality, respect for fellow employees and business partners, and responsibility to the environment and our community.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a forklift used to load trucks, supply packaging materials, and transport product to and from the shipping areas.

DAILY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize a forklift to load and unload trucks used for shipping finished product, as well as handle and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Hand stack, palletize, label, and conduct inventory counts as needed.
• Stage product and inspects shipping tags and documents to ensure accuracy.
• Always maintain a current forklift certification.
• Perform general cleaning of loading dock areas and associated warehouse and product travel paths.
• Assist with training of co-workers as needed.
• Participate as an active team member of production in assigned area.
• Assist in training of co-workers as directed.
• Ensure compliance with established food safety programs, including HACCP programs, SSOPs and GMPs.
• Effectively follow directions of the lead, supervisor, or manager at all times.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Effectively communicate and positively interact with team members in all departments.
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment ranging from 35-50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• MUST be able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes to the needs of production.
• MUST be a team player.
• MUST be able to pass required physical including demonstrating your ability to lift the required weight for each position.
• MUST be able to stand and/or walk for entire 8-hour shift.
• MUST wear correct job specific PPE as designated by company policy.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one year experience operating a sit down or stand up forklift, skid steer, high reach, powered pallet jack, or riding pallet jack is preferred.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or production or manufacturing facility is preferred.

Note: The above information is only a reflection of the general nature of job duties. Based on business need, additional duties may be assigned.