AVAILABLE THROUGH THE OJT PROGRAMForklift Driver - 1st Shift - 332Valley, AL | Receiving | FULL TIME17.00 USD per hourPosted 7 days ago | Apply before October 31, 2024ApplySaveDescriptionOur Story - John Soules FoodsJohn Soules Foods makes it easy to enjoy delicious food. We provide great tasting beef and chicken through retail sales, food service distributors, restaurants, and school nutrition programs. Customers love us for our simple-to-make, mouth-watering fajita products. In fact, were the#1 producer of beef and chicken fajitas in the U.S. But were so much more. Restaurant chefs and home cooks enjoy the versatility of fully cooked choices such as rotisserie chicken breast strips, grilled chicken breast strips, pulled chicken, and Certified Angus Beef brand products.BenefitsWe offer employee and dependent medical coverage, an on-site medical clinic with zero copays, dental, vision, and prescription generic medication coverage with no copay (if filled at a preferred provider). An employer matching 401k Plan is available to all employees after meeting eligibility requirements. We provide employees with annual free health evaluation and testing, 24/7 virtual medical access, and free flu vaccines.We also offer short term disability, voluntary life insurance, relocation benefits for selected positions, vacation days, holidays, Sams Club membership card, annual school visitation leave, and back to school supplies program for employees children.CompensationEmployees may expect annual employee tenure bonuses, annual service wage increases for hourly production employees, job postings for advancement opportunities, periodic performance incentives, and annual performance reviews.RecognitionWe appreciate employee effort with various service award recognition programs, employee birthday gifts, personalized baby blankets for employee newborns, employee luncheons throughout the year, and an annual company picnic.CommunicationEmployees throughout John Soules Foods work very hard to help achieve our success. Due to their hard work, we continue to strive and meet our employees needs. Ongoing feedback from our employees is critical in understanding those needs. We conduct engagement surveys, informal interviews, and the occasional employee roundtables to help us understand our employees needs and strengthen our employee programs.Training and AdvancementJohn Soules Foods promotes and encourages training for all employees. Currently, our training programs include new employee orientation, department on-boarding, cross-training, functional training for skilled positions, and leadership training for management and future leaders. There are a variety of opportunities for career advancement for all employees at John Soules Foods.Location: Receiving DepartmentShift Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PMPay Rate: $17 per hourPosition Overview:We are seeking experienced Forklift Drivers to join our Receiving Department for the 1st shift. The ideal candidates will be responsible for the efficient and safe operation of forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. This role is crucial to maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse environment.Key Responsibilities:Operate forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials within the plant.Ensure the accurate and timely receipt of goods.Maintain proper storage and organization of products.Conduct routine maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure proper functioning.Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.Assist in inventory control and cycle counting.Collaborate with the receiving team to ensure efficient workflow.Complete all necessary documentation for inbound and outbound shipments.Qualification :High school diploma or equivalent.Proven experience as a forklift driver, preferably in a receiving or warehouse environment.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks as required.We Offer:Competitive salary and benefits package.Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.A supportive and collaborative work environment.If you have the experience and skills required for this position and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your resume.ApplySave