Job description

Forklift Operators – Food Manufacturing
Location: Whitestown, Indiana

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We're looking for skilled Forklift Operator. We offer competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour.

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is a recognized global leader in the production of Microwave Popcorn.

Benefiting from over 90 years and four generations of the Weaver family's expertise in the popcorn industry, the Associates at Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing share a Mission - To offer the world's highest quality, best-tasting popcorn. It’s our daily dedication to excellence that has driven us to create some of the most delicious Ready-to-Eat popcorns in the world.

Type of forklift used: Sit Down Reach Forklift

Your duties will include the following:

• Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.
• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signals machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks.
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift.
• Keep accurate inventory records and update the computer system with all material movement.
• Properly tagging of all finished goods as they are produced and moving to the Warehouse staging areas.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on forklift equipment to ensure proper functioning and report any issues to the maintenance team.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate material movement and ensure production timelines are met.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the forklift and storage areas.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by plant management.

Required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime or on weekends as needed.

Preferred

• AS400 knowledge
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid forklift certification
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience operating a industrial powered trucks, primarily sit-down forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

Schedules Available:

• 1st shift 6:00AM-2:30PM Monday-Friday
• Day shift 5:45AM-6:00PM 2-2-3 Rotation
• Night shift 5:45PM-6:00AM 2-2-3 Rotation

Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision group health care coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability income continuation, and education reimbursement … along with a 100% match of your 401(k) deferrals … up to 10% of your earnings!

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing, Inc. (“Weaver”) is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, or any other legally protected status unless such status constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification. Weaver will comply with its legal obligation to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• sit down reach forklift: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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