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Forklift Operator, Days at Van Drunen

Van Drunen Crown Point, IN

Job Description

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!SHIFT: 1st Shift Monday - Friday 6AM - 230PMWHATS GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS WE ARE!As a global growing and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the worlds best companies Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.Job PurposeThe Forklift Operator will be responsible for ensuring internal and external customer satisfaction through the pulling/picking/shipping/piling of finished ambient goods. This motivated individual will be in a role that will affect all reaches within the VDF/FC organization.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Primary responsibilities include:Ability to work in varying temperature environmentsOrganize paperwork (i.e. pick tickets shipping manifests shipping labels)Ability to operate pallet jack forklift and ERP scannersPull product per pick ticketPile items within the warehouse as directedDaily receipt and loading of product to/from Straight-trucks Tractor-trailers or overseas containersCycle counting/on demand inventory countingClean up of the warehouse areaResponsible for the proper receipt pulling piling and organization of finished goodsShip product out via preferred carrier (UPS/FedEx/common) for all customer routed finished goodsAdditional duties as requiredQualifications-EducationHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Qualifications-Required and Preferred SkillsRequired skills:Ability to follow instructions set forth from daily requestsDeveloped listening verbal and written communication skills.Organizational and detail skills.Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.Must be a problem-solver with the ability to use good judgeExperience within shipment portalsAbility to drive a forkliftAbility to lift 50lbsSkills not required but preferred:Experience with ERP/WMSComputer Skills:Basic Computer skillsDisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified. Expected Pay Range: $19.50 - $21.33Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.Benefits Eligible: YesBenefits Available: In the Van Drunen Family of Companies commitment to excellence is in everything we do!As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the worlds best companies we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly values-driven company youll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences life experiences knowledge creativity innovation unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture but our Companys achievement as well.The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process please contact us at . Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes CVs and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company.Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Key Skills Load & Unload,Shipping & Receiving,Forklift,Basic Math,Industrial Equipment,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Warehouse Management System,Driving,Reach Truck,Clamp Truck,RF Scanner Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 19 - 21

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