Forklift Operator
SDF Saputo Dairy Foods USA

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence.Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

Starting pay $18.50

Position Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation material handling equipment to include lift trucks, pallet jacks and electric battery handling equipment.
• Effective and accurate data entry ERP (SAP) system.
• Safe and efficient loading and unloading of trailers, following internal/external requirements.
• Safe handling and storage of materials and ingredients in approved storage locations, including off-site storage locations.
• Safe handling of chemicals, liquid and dry ingredients and materials, follow safe handling procedures for personal protection, safe storage and spill prevention.
• Follow FIFO and inventory control practices and procedures.
• Stage batch ingredients and materials. Ensure production lines are staged and full for continuous batch operations in accordance with the production run schedule.
• Perform pre and post usage inspections of ingredients, materials and chemicals during loading/offloading and batch operations to ensure materials meet specifications (usage qty, no leaks, container degradation, labeling, NFPA labeling, etc.)
• Effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's) in detail without deviation.
• Perform equipment safety pre-operational inspections.
• Accurately and neatly complete records and documents, including data entry accuracy.
• Perform department environmental and housekeeping controls.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
• Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
• Follow all established GMP's and Food Safety requirements.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
• Work together professionally with co-workers and other department personnel.

Job requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of (2)-two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to obtain a lift truck certification, class I-V, including pallet jacks, per OSHA Powered Industrial Equipment regulations and requirements.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to safely drive a company vehicle.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• A working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, HACCP, SOP, 5S, GMP)
• Strong math skills.
• Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
• Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history.
• Good attendance is a must.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
• Physical lifting up to 45-lbs frequently throughout the shift unassisted. Lift 50+ lbs with assistance.
• Good visual acuity with the ability to distinguish colors.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), to include bump cap, hearing and eye protection. This also include additional PPE requirements as defined for the position activities.
• Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our equipment operators are assigned to a shift, in support of a 24/7 manufacturing operation. This can either be a rotating, days, swing or night shift and also includes working weekends. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.

Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/usa-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!

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