Forklift Operator (Receiving) - Central Hub
Location: Birmingham - Warehouse (Central Hub - Corporate)
Job Type: Regular • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt • Travel: None
Position overview
The Forklift Operator (Receiving) will be responsible for ensuring accurate receipt and shipment of products and dunnage and moving them to the appropriate locations in a timely and safe manner. The Operator will ensure the efficient flow of products within the Central Hub Distribution Center and will be able to cross-train and perform any job functions of other Forklift Operators’ positions.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
* Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. The position may require working all hours necessary to fulfill operations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Operate different types of forklifts including stand-up and sit-down, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of products.
* Perform pre-trip inspection on all power equipment used through InfoLink system.
* Follow all driving rules and procedures and maintain awareness of surroundings.
* Report any equipment malfunctions, accidents, and/or incidents to a member of the management team.
* Offload products from outside vendors and replenishment loads, inspecting general conditions and quantity with efficiency and accuracy.
* Verify inbound products match BOL, quantities, expiration date, and ensure products have at least 3 months before expiration.
* Move products to backstock and picking locations, following Central Hub Receiving best practices.
* Rotate stock following Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure proper product rotation according to FEFO.
* Allocate products into the Warehouse Management System using electronic devices (tablets, cell phones and RF Scanners) to process receiving/moving transactions.
* Properly handle packaged product to prevent damage.
* Load/offload, sort, organize, and stock dunnage with efficiency and accuracy.
* Clear returns and staging areas and move products to the respective locations.
* Collect and move damages to the designated recycling areas.
* Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
* Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injuries and follow BRC safety practices.
* Make sound decisions and multitask with minimal supervision.
* Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions.
* Follow Good Manufacturing Programs (GMPs) as listed in CFR 21 section 110 and participate in food safety training as required. Report potential food safety issues.
* Perform other assigned duties as needed.
Other duties and responsibilities
* Exhibit high ethical conduct while at work or in any off-site function during work hours or after hours while representing Buffalo Rock.
* Engage in continuous self-improvement through Buffalo Rock training (web-based, in-house, or other methods). Complete assigned training curriculum.
* Take precautions to protect the company from damage, theft, or liabilities and ensure safety of employees, customers, and company property.
* Honor and follow through on business commitments.
* Embodies Buffalo Rock’s purpose: Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.
Core competencies
* Accountability, Communication (oral), Accuracy, Dependability, Diversity oriented, Energetic, Organized, Safety awareness, Teamwork, Working under pressure.
Physical demands
* Lift/Carry: Stand (C), Walk (C), Sit (C), Manipulate (F), Grasp (C), Reach above shoulder (C), Speak (C), Climb (O), Squat/Kneel (O), etc.
* Push/Pull: 13-25 lbs (F), 26-40 lbs (O), 41-100 lbs (N)
Other physical requirements: Lift product up to 30 pounds repetitively and up to 50 pounds intermittently; move pallets up to 65 pounds; work in warm environment; PPE required (high-visibility clothing, safety shoes, safety glasses). Requires reading packaging and communicating in English via radio; pass forklift certification; use RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems; basic math skills; learn and operate Tenant Scrubber.
Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED preferred
* At least 1 year of warehouse experience required
* At least 1 year of forklift operation experience required
* RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems experience preferred
* Must be able to read product packaging and communicate in English via radio
* Must pass forklift certification
* Ability to perform basic math and use Warehouse Management Systems
* Ability to learn and operate Tenant Scrubber
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, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Purpose of Job Description
The company has reviewed this job description to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position. This document is not a contract of employment and Buffalo Rock reserves the right to change this description and/or assign tasks as deemed appropriate.
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