Forklift Operator Job Listing at Richardson International in Canada (Job ID R15446)

Description

Position Summary: This position plays a critical role as a part of our warehouse team. The Forklift Operator is responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitation for the entire warehouse.  

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Operates forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials. Operates other equipment for shipping, as needed 

• Unloads and loads products into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule 

• Maintains accurate inventory while storing and loading. Practices first in/first out 

• Monitors all equipment for wear and potential damage, performs related preventative maintenance as required 

• Maintains Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation. Performs scheduled cleaning of equipment 

• Re-palletizes and reworks products. Prepares product for regrind process 

• Maintains safety and quality in a high paced environment 

• Other duties, as assigned 

Education and Experience Required: 

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution 

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed 

Education, Experience and Skills Preferred: 

• Previous experience operating a forklift 

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility 

Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: 

• Must be able to climb on and off a ladder for 3+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to work in a dusty, high heat/humid environment for 3+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to work in a confined space for 3+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to lift up-to 100 pounds for 3+ hours per shift with team member assistance 

• Must be able to push, pull, perform fine manipulation, simple grasping and feel for 6+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, stand, stoop and walk for 6+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds independently for 6+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to reach above shoulders for 6+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to operate foot pedals for 8+ hours per shift 

• Must be able to sit for 8+ hours per shift