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UNAKA COMPANY, Inc.

Forklift Operator - Second Shift

UNAKA COMPANY, Inc., Bennettsville, South Carolina, United States, 29512

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Description

Position Summary: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of forklifts to load, unload, move, and store materials. This position performs basic equipment checks, maintains accurate inventory records, and ensures a clean and organized work area. The Forklift Operator may also assist other departments as needed to support overall plant operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive a forklift in an efficient and safe manner

• Do simple maintenance checks on forklifts

• Load and unload all types of trucks and materials

• Operate stretch wrap machine

• Stack and unstack pallets

• Keep legible records

• Keep work area neat and clean

• Pull rework and reassemble

• Work in other departments as a fill-in if needed

• Enter inventory data into inventory tracking system

• RF Scanning

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. of product occasionally

• Work performed in a plant environment

• Exposed to any number of elements (heat, steam and cold)

• Frequently during the day getting on and off of fork truck

• Must be able to drive a forklift in an efficient and safe manner

Must be proficient in reading and math.

Must be able to work without supervision

• Must be able to follow directions

• Computer literate for data entry

• Must be trainable for RF Scanning

SOPAKCO is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring fair treatment for all employees,regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status.This commitment aligns with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Additionally, we require adherence to all state and federal food manufacturing laws, food safety requirements, good manufacturing practices (GMPs), and other standard industry manufacturing practices at all times.

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