Forklift Operator

Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transfer bins of product from the storage line to the assigned department
• Proficient use of scanning devises to enable tracking of product from storage to designate production line
• Lifts, stacks and transfers boxes/ bags of product and weighs bins as necessary
• Wraps pallets of boxes and bags with plastic saran wrap and places cardboard covers over bins
• Assists team working at the assigned department by cleaning and disinfecting production areas, hopper bins, containers and floors while utilizing air blower guns and cleaning utensils
• Completes forklift inspection reports daily
• Complies with all Company safety procedures
• Wears proper protective equipment according to assigned tasks
• Follows and understands Company forklift safety policies while driving
• Follows GMP's, SOP's and Company food safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

BENEFITS
After successful completion of work-related evaluations all permanent employees of Mariani Nut Company receive a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, annual vacation (5 days), annual sick leave (4 days), participation in our 401K (after 1 year of service).
Requirements
Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job the candidate is regularly required to use arms, hands, fingers to grasp, frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, infrequently stoop, twist, kneel, crouch and crawl repeatedly throughout the work day
• Must be able to work with food grade soaps and alcohol
• Must be able to lift up to 55lbs repeatedly throughout the work day
• May be required to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays

Requisite Skills/Qualifications:

• Previous Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must pass forklift certification administered on-site to hiring