PURPOSE:

The Forklift Operator is a middle level position that is responsible for acting in a

safe manner while operating forklifts for production purposes. Position requires

continuous on and off of forklift.

• Follow all Berry safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Follow OSHA rules and regulations
• Monitor quality of product; inspects bottles for defects, inspects boxes for damage and properly follows customer pack patterns
• Communicates and cooperates with other employees in a positive and constructive manner to achieve the Goals of the Department and the Plant
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines; wear protective clothing, long-sleeved shirt, jeans or slacks, hair net, latex gloves and practices good hygiene
• Willing and able to work overtime when needed
• Identify and report violations and unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel
• Effectively respond in an Emergency Situation such as Fire, and Accident and direct the activities of others
• Follow all Department Procedures and Directives

• Responsible for movement of all materials to and from the production department
• Safe and effective operation of forklifts, clamp trucks and pallet jacks
• Responsible for daily pre-shift forklift checks, including battery changes
• Inspect for properly packaged product for shipment to our customers
• Must obtain/maintain fork truck certification
• Consistently lift boxes that weigh up to 35lbs.
• Properly and completely fill out labels and paperwork
• Verify correct weights and counts
• Construct cardboard boxes from collapsed cartons
• Willing and able to work overtime when needed
• Must relieve packers for all breaks
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• One year of forklift experience or six months as a full-time Berry Inspector/Packer
• Must be able to monitor quality of machine output
• Capable of lifting (up to 35 pounds)
• Able to work in a production environment, recognizing various sounds and alarms
• Must be able to perform all duties in a safe and effective manner.

• Manufacturing experience
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.