Material Handler/Forklift Driver

3 weeks ago

Waukegan, United States Woodland Foods Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Material Handler/Forklift Driver will be responsible for operating power equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, load, unload, pick, and count merchandise while holding accountability for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment. 

Essential duties and responsibilities

  • Safe operation of a forklift truck in the movement and storage of product
  • Unload/load freight from trucks; weigh and label products by hand and by using a forklift
  • Ensure all materials required for production runs are staged at assigned work areas before the start of the production run
  • Enter product quantities into the computer
  • Inspect the product for consistency and ensure it is not contaminated
  • Communicate with Management, Production, & Quality Assurance about any discrepancies in product quality
  • Organize the warehouse and maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Store the received product properly for rotation purposes and inventory accuracy
  • Participate in physical inventory
  • Follow all safety procedures and work in an efficient manner
  • Cross-trained to work in other operational departments as needed
  • Audit all receipts and paperwork for correct items and quantities
  • Properly palletize all incoming freight
  • Inspect equipment used daily and fill out safety reports
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Min 1 year of Forklift (Reach, Cherry Picker, Stand-up) experience required
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
  • High School diploma or GED preferred
  • Must have a working knowledge of general warehouse operations, receiving and/or food industry experience a plus
  • Must be flexible with hours, a possibility for OT
  • Ability to lift up to 55lbs (anything over 55 lbs., team lift)
  • Must follow all WLF GMPs and work consistently with all food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

Skills/Abilities

  • Must have computer skills
  • Ability to read and write English
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Understand the basics of scale operations, weights, and measurements
  • Ability to prioritize and learn quickly
  • Good verbal and written communication
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and frequently bend and move about the facility. Must be able to climb ladders and maneuver in small spaces.  Frequently required to lift up to 65 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment

The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing and warehouse areas that, under certain conditions, may require the use of personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This position does not allow for remote work.

  • Works in a manufacturing environment
  • Exposure to dust, odors, noise, and weather elements

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.


E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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