Forklift Operator (Receiving)- Central Hub MF 7AM - 3:30 PM in Birmingham

Forklift Operator (Receiving) – Central Hub

Buffalo Rock Company, central hub distribution center, looking for a reliable Forklift Operator responsible for accurate receipt, shipment, and safe transportation of products.

Essential Functions

• Regular and timely attendance, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre‑trip inspections on all power equipment via InfoLink system.
• Follow all driving rules and be aware of surroundings.
• Report equipment malfunctions, accidents, and incidents to management.
• Offload products from vendors and replenishment loads, inspecting conditions and quantity.
• Verify inbound products match BOL, quantities, expiration date, and at least 3 months before expiration.
• Move products to backstock and picking locations following receiving best practices.
• Rotate stock using Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure FEFO rotation.
• Allocate products into the Warehouse Management System using electronic devices (tablets, cell phones, RF scanners).
• Handle packaged product properly to avoid damage.
• Load/offload, sort, organize, and stock dunnage accurately and efficiently.
• Clear returns and staging areas and move products to respective locations.
• Collect and move damages to designated recycling areas.
• Communicate abnormal or damaged conditions regarding equipment, trailers, and products to Receiving Lead/Supervisor timely.
• Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness; mop spills as needed.
• Use proper lifting techniques; follow BRC safety practices.
• Make sound decisions and multitask simultaneously without constant supervision.
• Adhere to SOPs and work instructions.
• Follow GMPs (CFR 21 §110) and report potential food safety issues.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Exhibit high ethical and moral conduct during work and off‑site events.
• Continuously self‑improve through Buffalo Rock training; complete assigned curriculum.
• Take reasonable precautions to protect the company from damage, theft, or liabilities.
• Protect safety of employees, partners, and customers; protect company property and customer property.
• Honor all business commitments.
• Live Buffalo Rock’s purpose of “Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.”
• Live Core Values: Commit to serving communities; Customer success drives our success; Integrity matters; Obsessed with continuous improvement; We care for each other; Win the day.

Competencies

• Accountability – Accept responsibility and account for actions.
• Communication (Oral) – Effective spoken communication.
• Accuracy – Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Dependability – Behave consistently and predictably; responsible and dependable.
• Diversity Oriented – Work effectively with all people regardless of background.
• Energetic – Work at sustained pace, produce quality work.
• Organized – Follow systematic method of performing a task.
• Safety Awareness – Identify and correct conditions that affect safety.
• Teamwork – Work with others toward daily goals; participate actively.
• Working Under Pressure – Complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED (Preferred).
• At least one year of experience in a warehouse environment (Required).
• At least one year of experience operating a forklift (Required).
• Prior experience utilizing RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (Preferred).
• Read product packaging and communicate in English via radio.
• Pass forklift certification.
• Perform basic math and use Warehouse Management Systems.
• Learn how to operate Tenant Scrubber (Additional training).

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Purpose of Job Description – The company reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and basic duties have been included. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document is not a contract of employment.

I have reviewed this job description and can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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