Wayne-Sanderson Farms is hiring: Forklift Operator 2nd Shift in Moultrie

Overview

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Primary responsibilities include operating forklift equipment, setting up the debone area, and transporting finished product, while maintaining PPE and complying with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for operating fork lift equipment, setting up debone area, and transporting finished product. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs and transport of combos.
• Transport finished product to the scales and to the manifest area.
• Move product to be reworked.
• Maintain forklift in a sanitary manner and replace battery when needed.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Do all tasks assigned by members of management.
• Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Fork lift certified.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
• Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• PPE required but subject to change: Hairnet, smock, earplugs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand up to 8 hours; lift up to 60 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to heat; wet and dusty environment; noise (>85 decibels).
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling; roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
• Work around raw, live animal odors; ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC).
• Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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