POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT: 

The Forklift Operator, Packaging under supervision performs a variety of duties relating to the packaging of manufactured product. These activities include but are not limited to: packaging records and standard operating procedures.  This position is also responsible for cleaning equipment and work areas, and following proper documentation procedures

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:  

•    Ensure all product and components required for daily production are in the appropriate staging area in a timely manner to ensure availability before production begins. Once a project is completed ensure any remaining product/components are returned back to inventory.
•    Operates equipment properly and per training.
•    Perform quality checks on work. If defects are found notify lead/supervisor immediately.
•    Inspect finished product continually through process to identify defects.
•    Cleans and maintains processing rooms and equipment, attention to detail in the working environment.
•    Follow GMPs and written SOPs.
•    Comply with all company policies and procedures including safety rules and regulations.
•    Perform work in a timely manner.
•    Operate forklifts in a safe and appropriate manner to insure no damage occurs to the product, pallet racks, forklifts, and other equipment while loading/unloading, transferring, and storing products.
•    Other duties as assigned.
 

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Skills: 

•    Ability to quickly move hands in order to package product in a timely manner
•    Basic math skills required to control inventory.
•    Good communication skills.
•    Able to understand, speak, write and read English

Experience: 

•    3 months experience working in a packaging line
•    6 months forklift experience
•    Experience working independently as well as in a team environment.

Education: 

•    High school diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

•    Problem-solving skills
•    Prior general safety training.