Forklift Operator I -Shipping 1st Huntley bei JBSS Inc.

Summary of Position:

The Forklift Operator I is qualified to operate stand-up forklift (reach), sit-down and/or electric pallet jacks. The person in this position possesses skills to perform the day-to-day activities within the department. The person in this position may be called upon to train others.

Functions of the Position:

• Picks work order demands, stages product for production use and returns unused items back to inventory.
• Performs picking of products accurately and efficiently to fulfill customer orders/demands. Loads trucks, ships orders systematically using WMS scanning equipment, completes necessary outbound paperwork, and/or puts away finished goods product. Replenishes stock.
• Unloads trucks/containers of raw/spice or finished goods items. Verifies receipt quantities to order documentation, signs and stamps bill of lading, receives inventory into the system using WMS scanning equipment, and verifies/applies LP’s as directed.
• Inspects trucks and documents findings. Transfers processed product into FG or coolers storage location. Operates shrink-wrap machine. 
• Keeps warehouse area and coolers clean and organized. Sweeps, picks up trash, tapes up any open cases and organizes empty pallets, etc. 
• Changes equipment batteries, conducts pre-op inspection on all material handling equipment used and reports any equipment issues or damages. Properly uses and cares for hand-held scanning equipment and direct connect radio. 
• Rotates inventory and follows FIFO (first in-first out) or FEFO (first expired-first out) process, depending on job function. 
• Reports discrepancies, abnormalities and problems to the warehouse supervisor. 
• Other duties as assigned. 
• Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following current good manufacturing practices, allergen/sanitation controls, food defense/food fraud, HACCP/FSMA, SQF, and regulatory requirements.
• Aware and accountable for maintaining and documenting preventative controls necessary to ensure food safety and quality.
• Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to management. 
• Responsible for partnering with others, sharing knowledge, skills, and information within assigned team and across functional areas.
• Responsible for enhancing technical and functional competencies, as well as professional and leadership development.
• Responsible for compliance with all safety policies and procedures established for health and workplace safety.
• Responsible for supporting safety culture by practicing safe work behaviors, reporting potential hazards, and conducting safety observations as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Knowledge:

• At least six months forklift driving experience and knowledge of safe forklift operation
• General warehouse experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Material handling equipment certification required (JBSS Issued)

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to read, write and speak English, preferred.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to interact with coworkers, peers and supervisors in a constructive, productive and cooperative manner.
• Ability to stand for periods of up to 8-12 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 55lbs.
• Ability to work around dust, allergens, and loud noises

Job Specific Requirements:

• This position is subject to mandatory overtime based on business needs

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company Paid Life, Accident and Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Time Off, Paid Wellness Days, Paid Parental Leaves, Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Family Planning Program and Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Annual Bonus Plans
• 401(k) Plan with a 3% Company Match
• HSA (with Company Match), Health FSA, and Dependent Care FSA

For a full listing of our extensive benefits package, please refer to the Careers page on our website, located here:  https://jbssinc.com/careers/