Forklift/Receiving Operator (2nd Shift)
At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.Under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor/Leadperson, the Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices such as forklift or elevating platform, to push, lift, stack, or move products or materials by performing the following duties. Also, responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) that are in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced.Basic ability to read, write and speak English is required to comply with verbal directions, signs, policies and procedures.Schedule: 2nd Shift, 3:00pm - 11:30pmPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials and transports load to designated area
Operate power industrial equipment that may require being lifted in the air up to 40 feet
Unloads and stacks material by using lifting device
Replenishes shelves throughout the facility based on the number on the product, by scanning the tag to determine location
Positions and weighs pallets
Inventories materials on work floor and stocks the shelves in order to replenish necessary products
Loads or unloads materials onto to or off of pallets, skids, or lifting device.
Must be able to document information as per SOP
Complies with company policies and procedures and maintains regular work attendance
Personal responsibility for following safety rules, SOPs and cGMPs guidelines
Willingness / capability to cross train/learn job functions in other departments of the facility
Performs other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED
Prior warehousing experience required
Must be licensed to operate lift equipment (Licensing may be through internal or external training)
SKILLS:
Must be able to respond to verbal and written instructions
Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English
Speak effectively with other associates and delivery personnel in English
Basic mathematical skills including: addition, subtractration, multiplication and division
Expected high performance behaviors:
Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities
Ability to work collaboratively within teams
Ability to maintain effectiveness during major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Continuously look for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standards
Is creative and intellectually curious; tries different and novel ways to solve obstacles
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Regularly lifting up to 40 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 70 pounds with assistance
Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals and allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish and shellfish)
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