Forklift Operator Job at Epic Canning and Bottling Inc in Shreveport

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator supports production, warehousing, and shipping by safely moving materials and finished goods throughout the facility. This role performs dock operations, line staging, inventory movements, and documentation in compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, and OSHA standards.

**This role is a full-time in-person position

Key Responsibilities

Safe Equipment Operation

• Operate sit-down/stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks in accordance with OSHA 1910.178 and site SOPs.
• Complete and log daily pre-shift inspections; remove unsafe equipment from service and report issues immediately.
• Maintain pedestrian-first practices, speed limits, horn use at intersections, and proper load handling (balance, height, visibility).

Receiving & Put-Away

• Unload inbound trailers; verify counts, lot codes, and condition against BOL/PO.
• Apply/verify pallet IDs and barcodes; perform WMS/ERP receiving and put-away to designated locations (FIFO/FEFO).
• Escalate damage, temperature excursions, or nonconforming materials to Quality/Procurement.

Production Support

• Stage raw materials (cans, ends, trays, film, corrugate, ingredients) to lines per pick lists and schedule.
• Perform timely line pulls and returns; maintain accurate real-time inventory transactions with RF scanners.
• Protect primary packaging from dents, abrasion, or contamination; follow allergen and chemical segregation rules.

Shipping & Finished Goods

• Build, wrap, and label pallets; verify case counts, lot/date codes, and pallet configuration.
• Load outbound trailers to BOL/ASN; ensure weight distribution, securement, and dock safety (chocks, plates, restraints).
• Assist with carrier check-in/out and documentation accuracy.

Inventory & Housekeeping

• Perform cycle counts, location audits, and investigate variances; maintain 5S standards in racks, docks, and staging areas.
• Keep aisles, docks, and emergency exits clear; promptly manage spills and debris following SDS and PPE requirements.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Follow GMPs, HACCP pre-reqs, and site sanitation expectations; maintain audit-ready logs and areas.
• Participate in Kaizen/5S events and suggest improvements to safety, flow, and accuracy.

Qualifications

Required

• 1+ year recent forklift experience in manufacturing, beverage/food, distribution, or warehousing.
• Proficiency with RF scanners and basic WMS/ERP transactions (receive, move, pick, ship).
• Ability to read pick lists, BOLs, POs, and lot codes; basic math for counts and palletization.
• Reliable attendance; ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Physical ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs regularly (75 lbs occasionally); prolonged standing/walking.

Preferred

• Current Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification (or ability to obtain on hire).
• Experience with clamp attachments, reach trucks, and high-bay racking.
• Beverage/food GMP experience; knowledge of FIFO/FEFO and lot-trace requirements.
• Basic computer skills (email, WMS/ERP data entry, labeling software).

Tools & Equipment

Sit-down/stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, electric pallet jacks, RF scanners, stretch wrappers, banding/strapping tools, dock levelers/restraints, battery/LP systems, and standard warehouse tools.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Warehouse, production, and dock areas; exposure to variable temperatures (ambient/cold storage), noise, and moving equipment.
• Frequent climbing, bending, and handling of shrink wrap, pallets, and packaging materials.
• Required PPE per area (safety shoes, eye/ear protection, hi-vis, gloves, etc.).

EPIC is committed to employing only United States citizens and those who are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended, each new Team Member, as a condition of employment, must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and present documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility.

EPIC is a drug-free environment. All applicants are required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen.