Forklift Operator/Palletizer - NIGHTS Job at Diamond Pet Foods in Meta

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JOB SCOPE: A palletizer operator monitors the palletizer that stacks products onto pallets for storage or shipping. They set up and adjust the equipment, monitor its performance, ensure products are stacked correctly, and perform routine maintenance on machines. They follow safety rules and work with team members to meet production goals.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed indoors and outdoors near operating equipment, with loud noises and loose particles. Work requires exposure to different temperatures and extended standing time. Employees are required to wear a bump cap, hearing protection, safety shoes/boots, and safety glasses at all times.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate palletizing machinery.
• Perform routine adjustments and changeovers, including pallet configuration, pallet centering, and wrap tension.
• Move full pallets and store them properly without damage.
• Perform routine maintenance on the machinery and troubleshoot minor operating issues.
• Ensure pallets and cardboard are always available to the palletizer.
• Understand and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GMPs, and HACCP.
• Overtime is mandatory and requires full participation.
• Keep work area clean and maintain the assigned portion of the master sanitation schedule.
• Report all safety violations and hazards to the supervisor immediately and participate in all safety programs and procedures. Must always wear required PPE.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor with a positive and professional attitude.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of pre-employment screening (drug screen, background check, and physical).
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and easily get on and off forklifts.

Salary: $20.00 - $22.50 per hour

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing