Forklift Operator (Clamp) – Central Hub
Organization Name: Buffalo Rock Company
Job Department: Central Hub - Vertique
Reports to: Receiving Supervisor – Central Hub
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, must be flexible
Job Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Amount of Travel Required: None
Job Description
Summary/objective
Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Forklift Operator (Clamp) will be responsible for building pallets with full layers of cases using a specially fitted forklift. 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
·Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. Position is required to work all hours necessary to ensure operations function is fulfilled, including nights, weekends, holidays.
·Operate different types of forklifts including stand-up, sit-down, and clamp fitted ensuring the safe and efficient movement of products.
·Must perform pre-trip inspection on all power equipment used through InfoLink system.
·Follow all the driving work rules and always be aware of your surroundings.
·Build pallets of full layer cases following the container label request with accuracy. Ensure right product, package size, quantity, and quality.
·Ensure all build pallets are fully wrapped in the stretch wrapper station.
·Replenish the Layer Line pick locations across the shift, avoiding unnecessary downtime waiting for products.
·Rotate stock, following Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure proper product rotation according to FEFO method.
·Move product from backstock to pick locations registering transactions into the Warehouse Management System utilizing electronic devices (tablets, cell phones and RF Scanners).
·Operate and basic troubleshooting of the stretch wrapper station.
·Replenish wrapper station with stretch film as needed.
1. Must properly handle packaged products, avoiding any damaged product or loose packaging.
·Collect, sort by type, organize and move empty pallets to the designated locations.
·Collect and move damages to the designated recycling areas.
·Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
·Maintain organization and cleanliness of equipment and work area. In the case of any product spill, mop as needed to keep the floors clean and dry.
·Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injuries and follow the BRC safety practices.
·Make sound decisions and multitask simultaneously without constant supervision.
·Adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions.
·Required to follow the Good Manufacturing Program GMPs as listed in Code of Federal Regulations CFR 21 section. Requires participation in various Food Safety related training that Buffalo Rock utilizes. Required to report potential issues related to Food Safety.
·Other assigned duties as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
·Must exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off-site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.
·Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training, either web-based, in-house, or any other provided method. Must successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training.
·Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damage, theft, or other liabilities.
·Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee- partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.
·Honor and follow through on all business commitments.
·Embody Buffalo Rock’s Purpose of “Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.”
·Live Buffalo Rock’s Core Values:
oCommitted to serving our communities.
oCustomer success drives our success.
oIntegrity matters.
oObsessed with continuous improvement.
oWe care for each other.
oWin the day.
Competencies
·Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
·Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
·Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
·Dependability – Ability to behave consistently and predictably; responsible and dependable in fulfilling all the duties.
·Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
·Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
·Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
·Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
·Teamwork – Ability to work with others toward the daily goals, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards.
·Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.
Supervisory responsibilities
None
Work environment
Working conditions will require both inside warehouse needs and outside. Temperature conditions will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.
Physical demands
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
All tasks within the warehouse are physically demanding and labor-intensive. Employees within this role are required to:
·Lift product up to 30 pounds on a repetitive basis per shift and up to 50 pounds intermittently throughout shift.
·Move and stack pallets weighing up to 65 pounds throughout shift.
·Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth).
·Ability to work in a fast paced and warm environment, especially during summer months.
·Sense of Sound - Hearing is required for the total workday.
·Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – high visibility shirt or safety vest, slip resistant shoes and safety glasses.
·Position requires physical presence within Vertique system at the Central Hub.
Travel required
None
Required education and experience
oHigh School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred.
·Experience
oMust have at least one year previous in warehouse environment.
oMust have at least one year experience as forklift.
oPreferred experience utilizing RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems.
·Skills
oMust be able to read product packaging and communicate in English via radio.
oMust be able to pass forklift certification.
oAbility to perform basic math and use Warehouse Management Systems.
oAbility to learn how and successfully 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Purpose of Job Description
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic dutieshave been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee'sability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of allfunctions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may beassigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract ofemployment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasksfortheemployeeto perform,as thecompany maydeemappropriate.
I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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