Forklift Operator (1st Shift) - Nestle : Job Details

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: 1st Shift, 6:00am - 2:30pm (Monday through Friday)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 areaOperate power industrial equipment that may require being lifted in the air up to 40 feetUnloads and stacks material by using lifting deviceReplenishes shelves throughout the facility based on the number on the product, by scanning the tag to determine locationPositions and weighs palletsInventories materials on work floor and stocks the shelves in order to replenish necessary productsLoads or unloads materials onto to or off of pallets, skids, or lifting deviceMust be able to document information as per SOPComplies with company policies and procedures and maintains regular work attendancePersonal responsibility for following safety rules, SOPs and cGMPs guidelinesWillingness / capability to cross train/learn job functions in other departments of the facilityPerforms other duties as assignedEDUCATION:High School Diploma or GEDEXPERIENCE:Must be licensed to operate lift equipment (Licensing may be through internal or external training)Prior warehousing experience requiredSKILLS:Must be able to respond to verbal and written instructionsInterpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in EnglishSpeak effectively with other associates and delivery personnel in EnglishBasic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionExpected high performance behaviors:Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilitiesAbility to work collaboratively within teamsAbility to maintain effectiveness during major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to within new work structures, processes, requirements or culturesContinuously look for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standardsIs creative and intellectually curious; tries different and novel ways to solve obstaclesPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Regularly lifting up to 40 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 70 pounds with assistanceWork environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals and allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish and shellfish)325950It 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 Nestlé. 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. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. 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