1st Shift Forklift Operator

Mom's Meals • Ankeny, IA • 3h ago

Position SummaryThe Forklift Operator will be responsible for performing various duties in the warehouse in a fast-paced lean environment to include: receiving and put-away of all inbound receipts, shipping, and replenishment (stocking) of products to pick locations via forklift or by cart moves. Maintain inventory accuracy. Monitor coolers/freezer temperatures. Responsible for keeping warehouse area organized. Must have both stand-up and sit-down forklift experience and RF scan gun experience.Position responsibilities include, but not limited to

Available to work a variety of shifts including days, evening, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes

Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand as needed

Must be able to operate stand up forklifts primarily as these will be used the majority of the time

Utilize mobile handheld devices for tracking shipments

Safely climb in and out of trailers

Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently)

Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope)

Safety walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that has potential to be below freezing and may become slippery

Safely reach, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the job duties

Verify and complete required documentation and reports

Adhere to company safety policies

Frequent contact with co-workers and supervisors; fast-paced and deadline oriented

Safely work in cold weather conditions

Required skills and experience

Stand up forklift or high-low forklift experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be able to speak/read/write in English fluently

Good basic math skills

Preferred skills and experience

High School Diploma or GED

Physical requirements

Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and arms

Frequently required to stand, communicate, and listen

Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel or crouch

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Able to perform repetitive movements

Able to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot)

Company Overview

Mom's Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meal solutions direct to homes nationwide for over 25 years. We provide seniors, patients recovering post-discharge and those managing a chronic condition with tailored nutrition solutions to manage their specific needs. If you are passionate about the well-being of others and have a strong sense of community, Mom's Meals could be the place for you! We are a family operated business looking for fun, compassionate, and friendly people who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

EEO

Mom's Meals complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or military status.

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