Receiving Forklift Operator

Position Summary: The Receiving Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating gas- and electric-powered forklifts to receive, move, store, stage, and deliver raw materials, components, supplies, and finished goods. This position supports efficient material flow, accurate inventory handling, and orderly storage practices while following established safety, quality, housekeeping, and operating procedures. Work is performed under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Receive and verify incoming shipments by comparing items, quantities, and documentation against bills of lading, manifests, purchase orders, or other receiving records. Safely unload raw materials, components, supplies, and other goods and move them to assigned stocking or staging locations. Inspect incoming materials for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report issues according to established procedures. Ensure materials are properly identified, labeled, segregated when required, and stored in appropriate locations. Rotate stock and maintain organized storage areas to prevent damage and support inventory accuracy. Identify, segregate, and report non-conforming materials in accordance with quality procedures. Accurately enter receiving and inventory information into computer systems and/or RF equipment as required. Operate forklifts and related material-handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Maintain work areas in accordance with housekeeping, safety, and regulatory requirements. Follow all Barr safety, personal protective equipment, quality, and housekeeping requirements; promptly report potential safety hazards involving equipment, machinery, or work areas. Support additional warehouse and manufacturing activities, which may include filling orders, staging materials, loading trucks, and assisting with material movement. Qualifications/Experience: High school diploma or GED required. A minimum of one year of forklift operation experience in manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or similar environment is preferred. OSHA forklift certification is required or must be obtained in accordance with company policy. Experience using computer systems and RF equipment is preferred. Must be able to work independently with limited supervision and collaborate effectively with team members. Requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, basic reading and math skills, problem-solving ability, and the ability to meet deadlines. Must be able to understand and follow standard operating procedures, oral instructions, and written instructions. Must meet attendance and work schedule requirements, maintain effective working relationships, perform hands-on work, and work overtime as business needs require. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Ability to perform basic math, Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and resolve routine problems involving concrete variables. Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, talk, hear, and see for extended periods of time. Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work near moving machinery and/or in elevated or confined areas, with limited exposure to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme heat or cold. Barr Brands is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Barr Brands will engage in an interactive process with employees and job applicants to identify and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals…

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