Warehouse Lead: Forklift & Safety Champion

Post Holdings Inc.; Britt (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Britt, Iowa is seeking a Lead to promote a safe, productive work environment and organize shift teamwork across lines.

You will reinforce safety as a core value, ensure compliance with food safety and quality policies, and coach forklift operators on daily tasks and procedures. The role requires strong leadership, English proficiency, and PIT certification, with responsibilities that include pre-shift meetings, workflow analysis, and maintaining GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• PIT certification required; training provided by MFI.

Responsibilities

• Lead forklift operations and promote safe, productive work environment.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and manage daily workload.
• Monitor doors and inbound/outbound procedures; coordinate with office staff.
• Ensure warehouse organization, sanitation, and food quality standards.
• Train forklift operators and reinforce GMPs and safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

PIT (Powered Industrial Truck)

Education

High school diploma or GED

PIT certification (PIT program)

Tools

Office technology (computer, copier/fax, phone)

Job description

Michael Foods, Inc. in Britt, Iowa is seeking a Lead to promote a safe, productive work environment and organize shift teamwork across lines.

You will reinforce safety as a core value, ensure compliance with food safety and quality policies, and coach forklift operators on daily tasks and procedures. The role requires strong leadership, English proficiency, and PIT certification, with responsibilities that include pre-shift meetings, workflow analysis, and maintaining GMP compliance.