Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator (Nights)

Property of: CJ Bio America

1946 Harvest Ave.

Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

Job #: SCM_S_Forklift Operator

REV: 10/4/2023

Department: Logistics

Reports to: Supervisor of Warehouse

Career Path: T

Function: Production

■Full-Time

■ Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Operates a forklift to load, unload, pick, put-away, consolidate, stack and stage products to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, trucks and storage areas

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Operates a forklift to load, unload, pick, put-away, consolidate, stack and stage products
• Identify inventory issues and communicate issues to management
• Assist in performing inventory audits and annual physical inventory counts
• Inspect product for damage and communicate irregularities to management
• Ensure internal and external customer satisfaction
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
• Maintain warehouse security
• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested materials or product materials accordingly.
• Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.
• Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads as necessary; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.
• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.
• Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas.
• Reports equipment service needs to supervisor as necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to operate a forklift
• Basic math and reading skills
• Computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Excel
• Critical thinking, multi-tasking and troubleshooting skills
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to work independently
• Ability to move and lift up to 50-pound wooden pallet or skid Attention to detail

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work Schedule: 7:00pm-7:00am, 12-hour shifts (36 / 48 hours per week alternating), which includes nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness
• Ability to move and lift up to 50-pound wooden pallet or skid
• This position primarily works in a warehouse environment
• Ability to remain in a stationary position up to 60% of shift, walk extended distances, ascend/descend stairs as necessary, close/distance vision, reaching with hands and arms

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Forklift experience preferred

Upon initial offer a successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.