Forklift Operator

Job Posting

Absence of any related duties or functions in this document does not imply that incumbent may be exempt from assignments required to support production. The primary responsibility of this position is to unload full cage from trailers on to dump system. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as production demands may require :

• Unload full cage from trailers on to dump system.
• Re-load empty cage from dump system back onto trailer.
• Fill the forklift with fuel at the end of the shift.
• Make sure all cages are empty before loading.
• Complete check list on forklift.
• Must know and follow the Animal Welfare Policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client.

Non-essential duties and functions are not included in this document.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to physically perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All employees are required to attend employee and safety orientation prior to performing the above duties. Once employee completes this training they will be assigned to a Supervisor who will further orient the employee to the workplace, introduce him / her to employees and other supervision, demonstrate work assignment and explain ingress and egress procedures to and from work station. A training buddy may be assigned to new employees for a period to assist in further training and indoctrination.

The supervisor is accountable for tracking employee progress and performance. A specific probationary period is assigned to all employees hired to evaluate the employee effectiveness and performance. At the end of this period the supervisor will evaluate the job performance of each new employee utilizing current forms and procedures in effect at that time. The employee will be rated and evaluated on essential work duties listed above as well as attendance, tardiness, interaction with co-workers and management, attitudes and work actions. Unacceptable performance of duties, disciplinary actions will be documented on corrective action reports and appropriate personnel records. Absent any negative actions, the employee may be eligible for a wage increase according to wage and salary policies in effect at that time.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions :

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high precarious places, extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Protective Equipment

List any and all personal safety or health protection equipment and gear required by either regulatory or sanitary procedures :

Safety Factors To Be Aware Of

Know how to use and locate the emergency stop switch. Know location of primary and secondary emergency exits. Know and use proper lifting techniques. Use precaution while moving cages. Make sure breaks are working right. Watch for pedestrians. Listen for emergency horn from the dumper.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the daily work being performed by partners assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills or customer specifications and processes required of personnel so assigned. EOE, including disability / vets.