Operator, Forklift - Days
Van Drunen Farms

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

1st Shift 5AM - 230PM M-F

JOB OVERVIEW:

The forklift operator contributes to the success of the warehouse team, by organizing paperwork (i.e. pick tickets, shipping manifests, shipping labels, Incoming documents), using RF scanner, working on a team, following procedure and operating heavy duty warehouse equipment. This position requires organizational and detail skills, a problem-solving approach, and a firm grasp of the inventory process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned):

• Operate standup and sit-down forklift, use RF scanner, pull product per ship ticket, transfer material to storage inventory, conduct cycle counts and additional duties as required.
• Must be able to inspect equipment and materials daily, reporting any issues to your supervisor.
• Must have good time management skills, strong work ethic, and integrity in the workplace
• Must display a positive attitude, professional image, demeanor, and be self-directed.
• Ideal candidate will possess good interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Be a quick learner, detail oriented and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Be accurate and punctual on documentation and counts.

• Continue to perform materials handling duties assigned by your supervisor.
• Organize paperwork (i.e. pick tickets, shipping manifests, shipping labels)
• Operate pallet jack, forklift, scanner, pull product per pick ticket and conduct cycle counts.

JOB EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years warehouse experience

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Must be Forklift Certified or be willing to become certified upon starting the position
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to use an RF scanner.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both in person and on the phone/radio.
• Have good time management skills a strong work ethic, integrity in a workplace or a team, display a positive attitude, professional image and demeanor.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Standing, walking, using hands and arms to feel and reach.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs and ramps.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Regularly or routinely lifting or handling boxes/bags/equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Routinely bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Regularly pushing or pulling sizeable equipment from a standing position.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Use of personal protective equipment including respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, and head protection.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, loud, or outdoor work environment depending on the assigned work area.
• Primarily works in a production environment with minimal administrative duties.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!

We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at recruiting@vandrunen.com.

Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV's, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company.

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