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    Forklift Operator - Grand Rapids, United States - Schreiber Foods

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    Job Category:
    Manufacturing/Operations


    Job Family:
    Distribution


    Job Description:
    This is a fulltime day shift position working on a consistent 6:30 am - 6:30 pm rotating schedule.


    • Pay starts at $21.30 an hour
    * $1,000 sign on bonus
    * $1 weekend premium

    • Vacation matching
    • Eligible for all benefits day 1 of hire
    • 8% 401K match

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Operate and monitor production filler equipment to ensure food safety, product quality and conformity to customer standards and specifications.
    • Safely and efficiently set up, operate and clean filler machines/equipment as assigned.
    • Be proficient in Sterilize-in-Place (SIP), operation and/or Clean-in-Place (CIP) of assigned filler machine.
    • Perform basic clean, inspect and lube functions including basic Preventative Maintenance (PMs).
    • Actively participate in startup, troubleshooting/adjustment, stop/reset and shutdown of line equipment; clearing jams and reporting malfunctions to Supervisor as needed.
    • Perform changeovers and line clears; accurately setting up next item's packaging and coding.
    • Report out-of-standard/specification results to the Quality Department and Supervisor in a timely manner.
    • Complete handwritten instructions and on-line documentation including Quality and Critical Control Point (CCP) checks accurately and at the required frequencies.
    • Maintain accurate and detailed work logs and inventory records.
    • Monitor and review inventory and production levels to achieve the most efficient operating conditions.
    • Maintain assigned work area and production environment in a clean orderly condition; completing environmental cleaning requirements as needed.
    • Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings.
    • Consistently meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime.
    • Report unsafe conditions or other compliance issues to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
    • Identify Critical Control Points (CCP)

    Other Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
    • This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
    • Safety Protocol
    • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
    • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
    • Support safety policies and programs.


    This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.


    Qualifications:

    Education:

    • High School Diploma or GED Preferred.

    Experience:

    • Minimum one (1) year of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.

    Certification/Licensure:

    • Ability to be Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certified.

    Skills Required:

    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
    • Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
    • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
    • Basic math skills plus fractions, decimals and percentages.
    • Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
    • Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.).
    • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
    • Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

    Eligible partners will receive:

    • Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you'll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount - about 10% of your earnings - toward your retirement every year. That's a company contribution of around 18% in retirement savings annually
    • Earn bonus pay. You'll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
    • Earn $ for focusing on your health. Get up to $1,200 for your health savings account each year, plus get reimbursed for fitness membership, equipment or classes.
    • Pursue development that's relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
    • Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
    • Experience caring like you've never experienced it before. We have a program that's completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It's called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
    Sound like a company you'd like to be a part of? Click Apply.

    Need extra assistance with the application process? Contact or call


    For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

    Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.

    In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization.

    However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.


    An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


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