Forklift Operator
Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities. As a Forklift Operator, you will use a forklift to transport merchandise to, from, and within the warehouse to put away, drop down, and rotate full pallets of stock through the warehouse inventory reserve racks using a stand-up forklift.
You will contribute by :
- Transport merchandise from receiving dock or reserve slots to proper location in the warehouse.
- Complete purchase orders.
- Maintain the proper replenishment in the computer, using a handheld device, when the pallet is put back in the rack.
- Stack cases and rotate merchandise.
- Refill benches and fill pallet slots.
- Pull material / products to deliver to production lines.
- Move / Slot finished product from production to designated storage area.
- Pull finished product from storage and load on trailers.
- Maintain accurate records of quantities, pack size and description.
- Unload material / product from trailers.
- Utilize necessary technology (e.g., voice, RF gun) to select product.
- Complete paperwork on transfer of material.
- Date pallets with current date.
- Complete inspection form on equipment operated.
- Change battery in forklift, when applicable.
- Keep work area clean. Sweep floor slots. Clean spills and re-work damage.
- Use case cutter to cut tops off cases.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Travel Required : No
Skills Specialized Knowledge : MHE / Forklift Certification. Ability to operate stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker or other required materials handling equipment (MHE). Ability to operate battery hoist.
Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Special Skills : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability and other characteristics required :
Demonstrates commitment and ability to work safely.Show reliability and maintain satisfactory attendance.Produce quality work.Ability to maintain required productivity / work expectations.Physical abilities : Never crawling, sitting. Occasionally climbing up to 4 ft. (Must have fall protection training and using proper fall protection equipment). Occasionally balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, feeling and crawling. Frequently handling, fingering, talking smelling, reaching (level : Waist / overhead, etc.). Occasionally gripping, carrying, pivoting, pushing, lifting, pulling up to 60 Lbs. Occasionally standing and walking on surface type (s) : Carpet, tile, concrete. Continuously sitting, hearing, seeing and repetitive movement using both hands and feet.Other : Key Competencies (People) Inspires Trust Builds upon your Talent Creates an Inclusive Work Environment : (Business) Drives for Results Drives Continuous Improvement & Innovation Facilitates Change
We offer :
Paid training provided.Weekly Pay.Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k).PTO and Holiday Pay offered.In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes.Career Progression Opportunities.Tuition Reimbursement.Employee Health & Wellness program.Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs.Employee Assistance Program.Your work environment may include : Perishable (Refrigerated) about 28? - 60?