Forklift Operator Sun - Tues 6p-6a; Wed 6p-12a (BOW nights)
Company: Simmons Foods
Location: Edgerton
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESOperator is responsible for
storing and retrieving goods in the storage area of the workplace.
Rotates stock so oldest materials are used first. Notes and reports
any damaged cartons, crates or containers. Records items added or
removed from inventory. Prepares products for shipment by
retrieving designated products and ensuring it is properly loaded
and sealed correctly.Stores product by using an industrial forklift
and uses a hand held scan gun/RFGEN for lot tracking to maintain
accurate inventory. Working from written or verbal instructions by
operating a forklift to pick up, move, load and unload product on,
or from trailers while meeting department, facility, company, and
regulatory guidelines.Performs minor service of equipment and
completes written daily safety inspections. Identifies and reports
noted problems to the supervisor for further inspection and
repair.Responsible for changing batteries or fuel bottles,
refueling forklift or troubleshooting repairs as needed. Maintains
the work area, dock and equipment in a clean and orderly condition,
adheres to storage design principles, and recommends improvement.
Creates product labels for inventory purposes. Reads and
understands lot numbers, expiration dates, ingredient lists, and
production schedules. Completes various reports daily and enters
required information into computer program efficiently and
timely.Responsible for using basic tools such as wrenches, tape
measures, scales, air and water hoses. Consolidates partial pallets
as directed by the production supervisor. Operators must be able to
maneuver forklift in tight spaces, while maintaining a safe work
zone for other drivers and team members.Participates as a member of
the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and
implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates
work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends
appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong
cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual
plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to
quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to
the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a
supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and
reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the
larger organization.Simmons Operating systems principles and
objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems
(e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies);
understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the
systems and this position's role in support of these systems -
including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on
the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and
improvement ideas.Performs other duties as necessary in support of
business objectives: This position description is intended to guide
the activities of the Shipper/Receiver and is not intended to limit
the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this
function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that
may be required of the person in this position.Physical Activities:
Must be able to climb on and off of the forklift; must be able to
back fork-lift up safely which requires turning the neck and body
in the opposite direction. Must be able to lift and stack up to 75
lbs from floor to crown, will be required to work in extreme
temperatures both hot and cold, wet, dry, dusty environment. Must
be able to sit and walk for long periods of time, lift up to 75
pounds multiple times daily, work in temperature extremes.Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety Glasses, Rubber Gloves, Rubber
boots, Rubber Apron, Hearing Protection, and any other PPE as
required in appropriate area.Technical Experience: Knowledge of
Julian calendar, FIFO practices, preferred experience in shipping
and receiving, working with large moving equipment. Basic computer
literacy. Knowledge of military time, RFGEN and JDE.Industry
Experience: Shipping and receiving knowledge preferred.Minimum
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Perform basic math.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a company issued forklift
license. Must be able to read, write and understand English
Keywords: Simmons Foods, Olathe , Forklift Operator Sun - Tues 6p-6a; Wed 6p-12a (BOW nights), Other , Edgerton, Kansas
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