Fork Lift Driver - Nestle : Job Details

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If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestle is the place for you. Nestle USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestle's presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We're determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

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Forklift Driver - Full Time

Seeking a motivated Forklift Driver to join our team. Responsible for the loading and unloading of trucks, receiving, storing, and distributing material and products to all departments.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• 1st shift Sunday-Saturday 6 day work week, with opportunities for overtime.

• Starting hourly pay of $21.18.

• Comprehensive Nestle benefits after 30 days of employment.

• Yearly reviews and raises.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH:

• Completes daily forklift checklist at the beginning of each shift.

• Operates stand-up forklifts to sort and store perishable goods in designated areas.

• Reads production schedule, customer orders, work orders, picklists, shipping orders or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.

• Records amounts of materials or items received and/or distributed on count sheets and picklists.

• Labels materials with barcodes containing identifying information on inbound receipts.

• Weighs, counts items for distribution, and performs weekly cycle counts of assigned areas.

• Maintains inventory records through proper scanning, labeling and storage of product.

• Reports any damage to forklifts, equipment, or product to supervisor and submits maintenance requests as needed.

• Cross trains in all duties and responsibilities of all nonexempt Warehouse positions.

• Ensures that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are followed and the highest standards for quality, safety, and compliance are promoted.

• Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work overtime, irregular hours, or rotating shifts, required.

• 3+ months of experience operating Crown stand-up forklifts, required.

• High School Diploma/GED, preferred.

SKILLS:

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment, food storage experience helpful.

• Experience operating stand-up forklifts and with bar coding and data collection.

• Ability to navigate narrow aisles in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and multi-tasking skills.

• Ability to do basic math and use calculators and computers.

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.

• Speak, write, and understand English; Bilingual (Spanish/English) helpful.

Requisition ID

327141

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

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