Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Lift Truck Operator I, II, III Job Code: LTO, LTO1, LTO2, LTO3
Location: Peanut Shelling
Department: Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We are a leading food and agri-business, supplying food ingredients, feed, and fiber to over
19,800 customers who range from multi-national, world famous brands to small family run businesses.

Each customer depends on us to provide goods and services that are safe, on-time and consistently in line with the required specification. They also rely on us to help them innovate and create new opportunities.

Established in 1989, and now listed on the Singapore Exchange, our team of 74,500 full-time, seasonal, and contract employees have built leadership positions in many of our businesses such as Cocoa, Coffee, Edible Nuts and Spices.

As well as growing crops in our own orchards and estates, and sourcing from around 4.8 million farmers globally, we operate over 160 processing facilities, and through our 14 innovation centers. We develop ingredients and find solutions for our customers. Our value chain spans over 60 countries. We also provide support services including risk management solutions and agri-logistics.

ofi is a global leader offering naturally good food & beverage ingredients and solutions. At the forefront of consumer trends, we provide manufacturers and retailers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is part of that delight. From plant to palate, we take care of the ingredients. We are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. We add value through our unique manufacturing footprint and natural, delicious and nutritious products. Our fresh ideas help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices to create naturally healthy and delicious food & beverage products. Whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Shipping Supervisor, the lift truck operator will operate a forklift to maneuver totes of product between areas to ensure proper loading of product for shipments

Lift Truck Operator I: 0-5 years of operator experience
Lift Truck Operator II: 5-9 years of operator experience
Lift Truck Operator III: 10+ years of operator experience

Position Responsibilities

• Report to your work area fit for duty as a forklift/powered industrial equipment operator.
• Attend and successfully complete the Forklift Operator’s Course prior to operating any type of Forklift on the property.
• Coordinate with the Loading Dock Supervisor to ensure all product is 100% accounted for proper traceability.
• Directly assist in ensuring all transfers from the Shelling Plant are properly documented.
• Assist the Shipping Manager when needed to complete maintenance tasks.
• Ensure product does not have any risk of becoming cross contaminated with other allergens prior to loading or unloading lots.
• Maintain Forklifts in clean and sanitary condition and as described in the Master

Sanitation Schedule.

• Properly fill out Forklift Daily Logs to ensure equipment is in good running order.
• Maintain the Cold Storage areas in accordance with the Safe Food Plan and Master

Sanitation Schedule and Preventive Control Rules.

• Maintain wall clearances of 18” to avoid potential pest harborages and or infestations.
• Assist the Shipping Manager in the efficient and cost-effective shipping of finished product to customers.
• Follow all shipping instructions required by each specific customer.
• Load trailers in accordance with all legal weight requirements.
• Report, document and correct any discrepancies to customer or regulatory guidelines.
• Operate all forklifts, man-lifts, and scissor-lifts in accordance with Olam safety policies.
• Understand ofi Peanut Shelling safety policies, work safely and report any safety hazards or unsafe conditions to the Plant Manager or Safety Coordinator.
• Follow ofi Peanut Shelling Company Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) guidelines.
• Follow all ofi Peanut Shelling Company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs),

Preventive Control Rules, and Occupational Safety Rules.

• Attend a refresher Forklift Operator Course every two years.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility, or similar relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Physical dexterity.
• Previous forklift experience preferred
• Willingness to work in shifts (late or early hours, weekends, and overtime if necessary)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?
• This position is located in Smithville. Are you willing to travel to Smithville?
• What experience do you have that may contribute to this position?

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 2 years (Preferred)
• Forklift: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person