Forklift Operator
Company: Michael Foods Inc.
Location: Salix
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in
the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg
products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer
exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you
can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact.
Join our company and be part of an innovative team thats First in
Food. Location Description: Wakefield is one of the largest
production facilities within Michael Foods. We serve as a flex
plant and are able to produce everything from a whole pasteurized
egg to liquid, dried, hardboiled and curds. Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY: The forklift operator is responsible for safely
transporting product and materials within the plant; and other
duties as assigned. This position has the responsibility to comply
with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to
reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies,
procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are
followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce
product and process variability. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Completes the forklift check list
before beginning operation of the forklift.Maintenance work must be
done immediately, if major problems arise, contact the
supervisor.Assists in setting up the processing area.Assists in
ensuring proper egg rotation to maintain up-to-date inventory and
usage.Transports products and materials to and from the production
area.Assists in the cleanup of the production area.Responsible for
helping loaders when needed (plant).Accountable for notifying the
supervisor if there is any damage to the product or
materials.Assists production with labeling, packing, placing pails,
and placing finished product into pails and boxes.Makes sure the
materials are clean and sanitized before sending them to
producers.Follows proper SOPs (Standard Operation
Procedures)Adheres to safe work practices, follow GMPs, maintain
sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely
affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Assumes
personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy workplace for
everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and,
incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.Able to work
weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.Ensures regulatory
compliance at all times.Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:
High school diploma or general
education degree (GED) or equivalent. PREFERRED EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Bilingual in Spanish a plus.Prior
manufacturing experience preferred.Ability to troubleshoot minor
mechanical issues. Must be able to obtain and maintain a company
forklift license. Experience with forklift preferred.Ability to
read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and
maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English. Ability
to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak
effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the
organization.Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to
multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these
operations using units of American money and weight measurement,
volume and distance.Ability to solve practical problems and deal
with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only
limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of
instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule
form.Must demonstrate open and honest communication.Demonstrates
the ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and
work effectively with others to complete work assignments.Able to
safely lift and carry 50lbs.Able to work independently or with
others in a team environment depending upon the
assignment.Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and
seek direction.Displays responsible behavior at work. Open to
change.Ability to work in cold, wet, noisy, dusty and humid
environments.Ability to work around required cleaning
solutions.Possesses good hand-eye coordination.Able to stand on
hard surface most of the shift, ascend and descend stairs, bend,
stoop or crouch, grasp and reach.
Keywords: Michael Foods Inc., Sioux City , Forklift Operator, Professions , Salix, Iowa
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