Forklift Driver - New Lenox Illinois

Company: NLX Beverage Solutions
Location: New Lenox, Illinois
Posted On: 05/03/2024

The Forklift driver is an important position to the success of the NLX Warehouse and Production Teams. The ability to drive a counterbalance forklift safely, in and out of trailers and down narrow aisles are important pre-requisites for this position. The ability to work with others and organizational skills are key attributes needed to be successful in this role.Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate a forklift safely and efficiently, perform vehicle safety checks of the lifts and report discrepancies to supervisorAlways utilize proper radio etiquette consistent with NLX Values.Create pallet labels in inventory for production trackingAbility to use pallet jack to move packaging and finished goods around the WarehouseMaintain a clean and safe work environmentMaintain strong communication with all DepartmentsAssist in organizing and maintaining Warehouse areaRe-palletizing finished goods when neededTransferring pallets from Production to Warehouse for storageResponsible for creating and maintaining proper written documentationMust be willing to work occasional overtime and weekends as determined by Warehouse SupervisorFollow and comply with all applicable plant policies, GMP s, SOP s, SSOP s, SQF, safety procedures and HACCP programs.Conduct all work in a safe and productive manner. Maintain a friendly and team-oriented attitude under normal and stressful circumstancesPerform all other duties as assignedDesired Skills & QualificationsHigh school Diploma or EquivalentMust be able to lift 50 lbs.Good written and verbal communication skillsMust have great attention to detailAbility to take feedback constructively and function in a team-oriented work environmentConcise communication with co-workers and management to promote teamwork a atmosphereMust be fluent in English, as well as be able to read documents in English such as SOP s and operating manualsConceptual skills and problem solving abilitiesThe ability to multitaskMust have general knowledge of computersPhysical DemandsAbility to stand, push, pull, lift, climb, bend, stoop, squat, walk, manual dexterity and large motor skills to work with the following tools: all types of hand tools, power tools, scoops, screens, scales, pallet jacks & drum dollies, mops, brooms, ladders and portable stairsAbility to safely lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and heavier weights using appropriate equipment and/or team liftingAbility to work with exposure to the elements for short periodsHearing and speech to interact in person or using a telephoneVision to read documents, equipment readouts, instruments and computer screensWork EnvironmentRequires ability to work in an environment that may contain non-toxic fumes, dust, odors, moderate level noise, and temperature & ventilation variations while wearing any appropriate safety and/or protective clean room apparel required e.g.: uniforms, safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, hair net, beard net, face mask or respiratorWork environment sometimes involves exposure inclement weatherJob Type: Full-timePay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hourBenefits:Life insuranceSchedule:Monday to Friday More...

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