Forklift Operator

Michael Foods Inc. hiring for Forklift Operator jobs in Mechanicsburg, OH, US

Business Unit Description:

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description:

Michael Foods, Inc. located in the Village of West Jefferson, OH, is located just minutes from the western suburbs of Columbus and about 20 minutes to the west of downtown. We are proud to be Michael Foods’ most recent greenfield project, producing high quality protein shakes serving people all around the world. It’s our honor to continue our strong commitment to our employees, our community, and our environment.

Responsibilities:

ACITIVITIES: 

1. Assumes personal responsibility to insure a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adheres to all safety policies/procedures and incorporates safety and health in all job’s duties/tasks.
2. Adheres to safe work practices, follows GMP’s, maintains sanitary conditions and ensures that product quality is maintained. Reports any conditions or practices that may adversely affect employee safety or food safety/quality to management immediately.
3. Attends and actively participates in safety meetings/trainings.
4. Ensures regulatory compliance at all times.
5. Responsible for assisting in stocking all necessary materials required for production and processing.
6. Must transport raw products and materials to and from production areas.
7. Responsible for recording and reporting any equipment problems and damage to any product.
8. Responsible for keeping the plant safe by remaining cautions and driving at slow speeds.
9. Must clean and sanitize warehouse area, forklift and batteries.
10. Must assist anyone in the department if they need a forklift, including contractors, vendors, etc.
11. Responsible for keeping the plant safe by remaining cautious and driving at slow speeds.
12. Read and understand order sheets.
13. Learn how to use the inventory computer system (SAP system).
14. Keep inventory up to date by inputting data such as material type, name of the supplier, and weight into SAP computer system.
15. Transport materials from trailer to holding room and organize based on date and type product as well as load finished product onto trailers.
16. Be able to operate pallet jack and perform duties of Pallet Jack Driver. (Authorized training required)
17. Print all receipts and report to supervisor upon completion.
18. Record and report any equipment problems and/or damage to any product or company property.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Basic power industrial truck operations.