ITO CANS

Job Title

A crew

7am-7pm

Industrial Forklift Operator (ITO)

Department 

Supply Chain

Reports to 

Warehouse Supervisor/Warehouse Manager

Employment Status 

Regular, Full-Time

FLSA Classification 

Non-Exempt

Shift 

Nights

Location 

USA – Olyphant, PA

Travel 

0% 

Position Summary 

The Industrial Forklift Operator is responsible for unloading and loading all inbound and outbound products, along with moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting product within and throughout the warehouse.

Essential Functions/Key Deliverables  

• Inspect the technical condition of the Forklift and other handling equipment before starting work to determine the need for repairs to safely operate machinery. 
• Record pre-use checks in the provided system or the vehicle logbook as required. 
• Report any faults and/or breakdowns of the Forklift Lead. 
• Check the delivered quantities and condition of the goods recording data on the receiving form accurately.
• Unload goods, packaging, raw materials and other from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places using FLT.
• Complete orders for distribution, work to quality standards and provided instructions.
• Ensure each product pallet is secured for transit and labelled correctly.
• Load goods or other materials onto the truck for transportation in accordance with work security regulations/instructions using forklift.
• Move stock/goods using forklift throughout the warehouse according to instructions. 
• Use the SAP RFID scanning system equipment correctly following set orders and assigned tasks to ensure accuracy of inventory. Coordinate to ensure RF monitors are in good working order. 
• Transport materials to the production department complying with FIFO procedures.
• Operate low-lift pallet truck whenever there is a need for loading e.g. sea containers.
• Clean fork-Lift-Trucks and other handling equipment in accordance with ISO and BRC standards.
• Responsible for general warehouse duties when the forklift is not required. This will include general housekeeping, etc. within the warehouse and surrounding grounds.
• Select /sort packaging materials when required and assist with stock take.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of CP systems, including performing internal audits as required. 
• Safely exchange fork truck gas cylinders, refill fuel tank, or replace, re-charge batteries (whichever applies).
• Must adhere to all plant GMP and BRC requirements.

• Perform any other duty reasonable corresponding with the role. 

Knowledge/Skills/Experience 

• Engineering or Technical Degree preferred.
• Must have 2 or more years forklift experience - preferred propane, gas, or diesel experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift is required.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• A basic working knowledge of computer systems, Microsoft Office, SAP.
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a team; must be flexible and excited to grow with the organization.

Physical Demands 

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. 
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) 
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) 
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) 

Lift/Carry  10 lbs or less  F 11-25 lbs   F 
Push/Pull 10 lbs or less  F  11-25 lbs   F 
Stand  F 
Walk  F 
Sit  F 
Manually Manipulate  O  
Reach Outward  O  
Reach Above Shoulder  O 
Climb  O 
Crawl  O 
Squat or Kneel  O 
Bend  O 

Other Physical Requirements 
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) 
Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking 
Sense of Touch 
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines 
Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment 

Work Environment 
Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather. 

Reasonable Accommodations Statement 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

If you are a current CANPACK employee, please apply through your Workday account.

CANPACK Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to job requirements, unless such distinction is required by law.