Summary of the Position:

The Forklift Operator/Yard CDL Driver is qualified to perform Forklift Operator I, II and III functions within the distribution and warehouse/receiving departments. The person in this position can use all types of material handling equipment and train employees in Forklift Operator I, II and III positions. In addition, the person in this position has completed a minimum of one year as a Forklift Operator III.

Functions of the Position:

% of Time Essential (E) or Marginal (M) Functions Performed

65% E Unloads trucks/containers of raw or Finished Goods items, verifies receipt to order documentation, signs & stamps bill of lading, receives inventory into system using WMS scanning equipment and verifies/applies LP’s as directed. Picks work order demands, stages product for production use and returns unused items back to inventory. Loads trucks, picks orders as per customer requirements and puts away finished goods product.

10% E Operates yard trucks to move trailers in and out of dock doors or around the truck yard.

10% E Keeps receiving/warehouse and distribution areas clean and organized. Sweeps, mops, picks up and empties trash, tapes up any open cases and organizes empty pallets, etc.

5% E Rotates inventory and follows FIFO (first in - first out) or FEFO (first expired – first out) process, depending on job function.

5% E Changes equipment batteries, conducts pre-op inspection on all material handling equipment used and reports any equipment issues or damages. Properly uses and cares for hand-held scanning equipment.

5% E Adheres to all safety and GMP rules, including allergen segregation and organic product handling. Attends all assigned training.

Continually · Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following current good manufacturing practices,

allergen/sanitation controls, food defense/food fraud, HACCP/FSMA, SQF, and regulatory requirements. · Aware and accountable for maintaining and documenting preventative controls necessary to ensure food safety and quality. · Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to management. · Responsible for partnering with others, sharing knowledge, skills, and information within assigned team and across functional areas. · Responsible for enhancing technical and functional competencies, as well as professional and leadership development.

Supervisory Responsibility:

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Qualifications:

Education, Experience, and Knowledge:

· Forklift driving experience and knowledge of safe forklift operation.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

· Material handling equipment certification required.

· CDL Class A.

Skills and Competencies:

· Ability to read, write, and speak English.

· Basic math skills.

· Ability to train others.

Job Specific Requirements:

This position is subject to mandatory overtime based on business needs.

In the event that the Forklift Operator/Yard CDL Driver is absent, the department manager is responsible for providing an equally qualified person to cover this position.

JBSS is 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, disability or status as a protected veteran.