Forklift Operator (Replenishment)- Central Hub

Overview

Forklift Operator (Replenishment) – Level 2. Organization: Buffalo Rock Company. Department: Central Hub – Vertique. Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor – Central Hub. Work Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM. Job Type: Regular. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Travel: None.

Responsibilities

• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. The role requires working all hours necessary to support operations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform pre-trip inspection on all power equipment used through the InfoLink system.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move products safely and efficiently.
• Follow driving rules and maintain awareness of surroundings.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or accidents to management.
• Identify and source products from backstock locations using electronic devices to process move transactions.
• Rotate stock following Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure proper product rotation according to FEFO method.
• Move correct products from backstock to Vertique Towers picking locations in a timely manner.
• Properly handle packaged product to prevent damage.
• Communicate with Lead/Supervisor, warehouse pickers, and system operators via radio regarding lane status, product needs, empty pallets, and damages.
• Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
• Collect and move empty pallets to designated areas and sort by type.
• Collect and move damaged product to the recycling area.
• Maintain clean equipment and work area; mop spills to keep floors clean and dry.
• Use proper lifting techniques and follow Buffalo Rock safety practices.
• Make sound decisions and multitask with minimal supervision.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Follow GMPs as listed in CFR 21 CFR 110 and participate in food safety training; report potential food safety issues.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct at work and at off-site events during work hours or after hours while representing Buffalo Rock Company.
• Engage in continuous self-improvement through Buffalo Rock provided training (web-based or in-house) and complete assigned training curricula.
• Take precautions to protect the company from damage, theft, or liabilities.
• Protect the safety of employee partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.
• Honor and follow through on all business commitments.
• Embed Buffalo Rock\’s purpose of Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.
• Live Buffalo Rock core values: committed to serving our communities; customer success drives our success; integrity matters; obsessed with continuous improvement; we care for each other; win the day.

Competencies

• Accountability — Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
• Communication, Oral — Ability to communicate effectively using spoken words.
• Accuracy — Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Dependability — Consistently responsible and dependable in fulfilling duties.
• Diversity Oriented — Ability to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Energetic — Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Organized — Ability to be organized or follow a systematic method.
• Safety Awareness — Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect safety.
• Teamwork — Ability to work with others toward daily goals, actively participating and sharing responsibility.
• Working Under Pressure — Ability to complete tasks in stressful situations.

Work environment

Working conditions will require both inside warehouse and outside work. Temperature conditions will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.

Physical Demands

• Lift/Carry: Stand, constant; up to 30 pounds repetitively and up to 50 pounds intermittently.
• Walk: Constant.
• Sit: Not applicable or occasional.
• Manually Manipulate: Frequent.
• Grasp: Constant.
• Reach Outward: Constant.
• Reach Above Shoulder: Constant.
• Speak: Constant.
• Climb: Occasional.
• Crawl: Not applicable.
• Squat or Kneel: Occasional.
• Bend: Occasional.
• 10 lbs or less: Frequent.
• 11-20 lbs: Occasional.
• 21-50 lbs: Occasional.
• 51-100 lbs: Not Applicable.
• Over 100 lbs: Not Applicable.

Travel Required

None

Required Education And Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience: At least 1 year in a warehouse; forklift operation; RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems preferred
• Skills: Read product packaging and communicate in English via radio; able to pass forklift certification; basic math and WMS use

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

This document is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee\’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of functions, responsibilities, skills, or abilities. Buffalo Rock reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks as deemed appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services

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