Forklift Operator - 1St Shift

Overview:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The Forklift Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Pick and Inventory duties.

Job Responsibilities:

• Count inventory of what is returned from manufacturing and relocate to maintain maximum usage of storage.
• Work in conjunction with other departments.
• Complete require documentation as required before loading/unloading trailers.
• Pick/stage orders.
• All employees are responsible to report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action
• Any tasks assigned by a supervisor or manager
• Transport materials with forklift
• Receive in componentry from vendors.
• Verify count of incoming products (noting any shortages on the packing slip).
• Load and unload truck.
• All employees are responsible for food and safety quality

• Position Requirements:
• Follow all safety requirements to ensure personal and product safety
• Able to understand/speak English
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to count accurately
• 1 – 2 Years of Experience in a similar role
• Maintain fast work pace while maintaining safety
• Strong time management skills
• Must possess a current and valid license/certification for operation of a lift truck
• Strong communication skills (Interpersonal and verbal)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Able to lift up to 50lbs

Compensation and Benefits:

• $19.00per hour (commensurate with experience and location). *Note that rate could change based on shift schedule.
• Life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Legal and identity protection insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k)
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Parental Leave
• PTO

Hain Celestial is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you need accommodations for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e-mail to talent @hain.com or call 516-587-5000 to let us know the nature of your request.

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