Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in LeSueur, Minnesota is known as the Valley of the Jolly Green Giant. It lies along the Minnesota Rivera. LeSuuer is home to a historic downtown, variety of housing, great school district, fishing, apple orchard and friendly community

Responsibilities

• This position is located at the Le Sueur Michael Foods facility and working 2nd shift hours from Monday-Friday 12:30pm-9:00pm and 1 Saturday a month from 7:00am-12:00pm. *

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving materials to and from proper storage areas by

operating a small industrial vehicle.

This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an

obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities,

related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to

reduce product and process variability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend pre-shift meetings, including stretching as a group.
• Drive forklift in a safe and productive manner.
• Complete the daily forklift inspection and remove the lift from service if a defect is

detected.

• Ship and receive product damage free and accurately by completing the Quality

Reassurance Checks.

• Monitor the floor for safety concerns or infractions and act appropriately.
• Complete all documents and paperwork completely and accurately.
• Fill customer orders accurately and follow the customer's special instructions.
• Work very closely with the office staff to ensure discrepancies and issues are completed

accurately.

• Ensure warehouse is organized, clean, damages are taken care of and pallets are off the

floor and placed into bins.

• Promote teamwork within your team and between teams by communicating in a positive

and pleasant manner.

• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that

product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that

may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety

• Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies

and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• The successful completion of Powered Industrial Truck training program and pass the

forklift certification.

• Effectively read, write and speak English.
• Strong math and configuration is necessary

The pay range for this position is $20.91 to $24.99 per hour.