Fork Lift Operator

Job Overview:   

Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring the finished product is correctly and safely loaded for shipment by operating a forklift to load freight for outbound shipment. 

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.  

• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments. Assess the Bill of Lading (BOL) to determine customers' orders correctly. 

• Inspect and verify all materials meet quality specifications, shipments and/or receiving.   

• Receive inbound items and ensure proper storage of those items, matching items to BOL. 

• Manage applicable warehouses and outside storage areas. 

• Correctly placard items for inventory, correctly fill out inventory pallet and inventory sheets and damage inventory. 

• Stack or restack product onto pallets as needed. 

• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors forklift performance and gauges during operation. 

• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter. 

• Follows all safety rules and regulations. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications:  

Education:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• Must meet Oil-Dri written and hands-on assessment requirements 

Skills & Abilities: 

• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents. 

• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.  

• Possess ability to read and accurately interpret bills of lading. 

• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE. 

• Must have knowledge and ability to learn computer programs, including JDE and RFSMART.  

• Must be able to sit on forklift throughout shift. 

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently. 

• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.  

• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.  

• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.  

• Must be available and willing to work different shifts and overtime, as necessary. 

Starting Pay: $21.77 per hour