Stand Up Forklift Operator - 1st shift

Carl Buddig & Company; Montgomery, City of Rochester (AL, IL, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 1st Shift Stand Up Forklift Operator to join their team. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of forklifts while adhering to USDA guidelines for food safety. You'll be responsible for preparing and loading shipments accurately, maintaining inventory, and contributing to a clean work environment. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, this position offers a great opportunity for career growth in the thriving meat manufacturing sector. Join a family-owned company that values its employees and invests in their development.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

401K

Training & Development

Education Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a stand-up forklift safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of USDA food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders from pick sheets and ensure accurate shipments.
• Maintain safety standards during forklift operation.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Inventory Scanners

Job description

Job Details

Job Location Montgomery - Montgomery, IL

Position Type Full Time

Description

Job Title: 1st Shift Stand Up Forklift Operator

Location: Montgomery, IL

Pay Rate: Start at $19.00/hour; after 90 days, $19.50/hour

About Us

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry with over 80 years of history, is a family-owned business that produces premium meat products including lunchmeats, cooked meats, and snack meats under various divisions.

Position Summary

The Shipping Associate/Forklift Operator is responsible for performing duties accurately, thoroughly, and safely, ensuring the production of safe, quality food per USDA guidelines, and reporting food safety issues promptly.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and prepare orders from pick sheets.
• Ensure outbound shipments are accurate and undamaged.
• Pick, stage, and load outbound shipments efficiently.
• Secure and load finished pallets, move empty pallets.
• Maintain a safe work environment, following standards and regulations for forklift operation.
• Use scanners correctly to maintain accurate inventory.
• Perform forklift maintenance and complete related reports.
• Participate in monthly inventory counts.
• Keep work area clean and sanitary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why BUDDIG? What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits, among the best in the industry.
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off & Vacation.
• 401K, Training & Development programs.
• Opportunities for career growth with various paths.
• Education reimbursement, we invest in your development.
• Employee referral bonus program.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination based on pay inquiries or disclosures is prohibited by law, with specific conditions for disclosure related to job functions.