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Job Title: Forklift Driver

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr.

Shift: 1st (7 AM - 3:30 PM)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, AD&D, PSL

Summary of Functions: Forklift driver will perform tasks as needed in all production areas (i.e. load/unload flatbed trailers, dump product into assigned areas, transport empty/full bins, oversee bin containers around various areas, etc.) and other duties as assigned. Forklift driver will need to use the scanner to track containers and/or materials for inventory purposes; this includes (i.e. bin movements, material(s), dumping pallet or bin tag, reporting tags, etc.).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Keep work areas clean and well organized.
• Report to work areas on time at the beginning of the shift and/or after each rest period.
• Observe safety practices and comply with company policies and procedures.
• When a problem interferes with machinery, inform the lead and/or supervisor regarding any mechanical or safety issues immediately.
• Immediately inform lead and/ or Supervisor when finished product does not meet the required specifications.
• Suggest changes as needed to improve working conditions for employees and/or use of equipment to increase efficiency in the processing rooms.
• Work in various assigned areas depending on staffing and production needs.
• Maneuver forklifts safely with extreme caution, use horn and obey pedestrian traffic in all production areas where forklift vehicles are used.
• Report any safety or maintenance issues (i.e. fluid leaks, defective brakes, steering, lights, horn, missing fire extinguisher, seat belt, or back up alarm, etc.) for immediate repair.
• Repair request form needs to be filled out and given to the lead and/or supervisor when vehicles repairs are needed.
• Fill out daily inspection log per shift and/or vehicle.
• Coordinate with supervisors, employees, other departments regarding loading and unloading operations.
• Log container/material information using scanning devices and manufacturing execution system (MES) software.
• Report any damages, incidents and material shortages to lead and/or supervisor.
• Transport containers/materials to different locations within the facility.
• When transferring product to other areas, cover bins with cardboard lids.
• Sanitize forklift wheels, containers and materials transferred in the facility from the outdoors.
• Before filling bins assure bins are free of contaminants such as trash, mold, dust, flavoring, etc.
• Follow proper recharging or refueling safety procedures.
• Return all forklifts to their assigned areas after use.

Food Safety Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Compliance with all GMP, Food Safety, and General Safety rules and regulations.
• Compliance with local, state, federal, and corporate food safety regulatory standards as well as company quality standards provided by facility, regional, and corporate quality authorities.
• Knowledge of the client's Food Safety Management System and its application in a processing environment.

Organization Relationships:

• Work with Production Department Area Lead and or Supervisor to ensure food safety and Maintenance Management System to ensure food safety of the client's Food Safety/Safety Management System.
• Report directly to Production Area Lead and/or Production Supervisor.
• Must have the ability to work together as a team to produce the highest quality products in the most efficient manner.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D.) or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• The Client is willing to provide adequate training to prospective and able candidate.
• Strong ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, company policies, handbook and all instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to effectively present and communicate information to lead and/or production supervisor.
• Forklift experience required.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time.

Work Environment:

• The employee may be exposed to but not limited to (i.e. loud noises, salts, ingredient odors, etc.) while performing work duties.
• The employee must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices while performing their assigned duties.
• The company will provide safety equipment as needed for job functions.
• May require flexibility in shifts, hours and days of the workweek. Some overtime may be required during high sales volumes.

Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s  Fair Chance Act webpage.

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