Forklift Operator (Stand Up)

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

**Primarily Stand-up Forklift**

Under the direction of the supervisor, this person is responsible for moving pallets of finished goods from production lines, entering data into inventory and storing finished goods in the warehouse or load directly onto trucks. This person has the responsibility to operate under the Kraft Heinz Safety values.

Shift Available: Monday- Friday, 11p- 7:30a

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· In a high paced environment, move materials and products using material handling equipment (forklift certification required) at speeds up to 8 mph. Potential hazards include pedestrians, narrow passageways and equipment.

· Perform distribution activities such as picking, replenishing, re-warehousing, shipping, truck loading, truck receiving and line receiving in compliance with all federal, state, local and company GMP requirements. (This includes inspection of all vehicles prior to loading Kraft products on outbound vehicles.)

· Ensure refrigeration is turned on and verify correct temperature prior to loading refrigerated vehicles.

· Monitor code date rotation of product stored and shipped.

· Correctly prepare all documentation associated with these functions, including vehicle seals after loading trucks.

· Understanding of and ability to work with computerized warehousing, shipping and receiving system to accurately track product movement.

· Recognize special handling needs of products (stretch wrap, slip sheets, refrigeration, etc.)

· Create and complete bills of lading for products shipped to outside storage. Ensure seals are in place prior to vehicle leaving the property.

· Insure proper condition and overall appearance of products received or shipped including correct code dates, bar-code information, case quality and quantity.

· Cross-train on and cover other positions in Distribution and Receiving as needed.

· All positions within the plant, “This position also has accountability for QRMP standards as outlined in the Garland QRMP accountability documents.

· This person has the responsibility to operate under the Kraft Heinz Safety Values.

· Adhere to all safety and environmental policies, procedures and compliance programs.

· Work toward achieving an injury free environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Computer experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to read and interpret documents related to scheduling, delivery and inventory of materials, work instructions, forecasts and other work-related documents. Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees. Must be able to write clearly and legibly and communicate information to other employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, walk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee is often required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move

up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

TRAINING

40 Hours, On the Job

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Garland Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.