Forklift Driver Woodland, CA

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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…