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       Forklift Operator, Non Formula

  •    Glenn Allen, VA

Job ID#: 3569

Category: Manufacturing

Position Type

Contractor (W-2)

Job Description

Job Description

Transport incoming freight from staging areas into inventory and place products in the appropriate warehouse slots and multi-level racks within the assigned area. Replenish and restock pick slots in a timely manner while ensuring compliance with all safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality requirements. Maintain efficient production flow and work collaboratively as a team member within the department and organization. Perform additional duties as assigned to support company operations.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Review daily work schedule and prepare for operations.

  • Perform safety checks on equipment.

  • Obtain necessary supplies to complete assigned tasks.

  • Work from receiving sheets, computer printouts, established procedures, and written or verbal instructions.

  • Locate incoming freight in staging areas and perform count verification.

  • Transport freight to the appropriate storage area using a forklift, hi-lift, or power jack.

  • Inspect items for damage and perform temperature and quality checks. Take appropriate corrective action when needed.

  • Locate the proper storage slot and place pallets using a forklift or hand-stack items as required.

  • Enter product data and storage locations into a radio frequency (RF) unit or handheld device.

  • Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock according to next day work orders.

  • Rotate date-sensitive inventory according to FIFO practices and remove outdated products per company policy.

  • Distribute overstocked items to available temporary storage locations.

  • Remove empty pallets, cardboard, and packing materials to designated areas.

  • Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack them, and transport to proper storage using a pallet jack or forklift.

  • Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

  • Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace them with fully charged batteries, and complete vehicle inspection checklists.

  • Secure all equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of each shift.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.


Physical Requirements

  • Frequent bending and twisting

  • Prolonged standing and sitting

  • Ability to lift and move materials as required

Job Requirements

Qualifications

Required Education:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Preferred Education:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience


Experience

Required Experience:

  • 6-12 months of experience in a warehouse environment

  • Completion of forklift and power jack training with certification

Preferred Experience:

  • 1-2 years of warehouse experience

  • Experience operating a forklift in a foodservice industry environment

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