Lift Truck Operator

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

DUTIES

1. Follow established procedures on loading and unloading of ingredients, supplies and finished products.
2. Maintain adequate levels of supplies to packaging and processing areas.
3. Follow established warehousing procedures while staging or storing ingredients, materials and finished goods.
4. Keeping accurate shipping and receiving tallies and loading manifests in SAP or MES. Perform Transfers as required in SAP and MES. Maintain integrity of SAP and MES system at all times.
5. Removal of trash from warehouse, packaging and processing areas to compactors. Removal of recyclable corrugate to cardboard compactor.
6. Safety and mechanical inspection of lift trucks.
7. All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Responsibilities include:
Responsible for the condition of all ingredients, materials or finished products shipped.
Responsible for proper handling of lift truck while performing duties. Responsible for inspecting his truck at the beginning of the shift (e.g. fluid levels, brakes, etc.) Wear proper head protection.
Employee shall follow Waverly safety objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety Management System on all safety related procedures and programs.
This position will adhere to the Nestle USA Waverly Environmental Policy, the Pollution Prevention Plan, and the Annual Environmental Objectives & Targets. The position will support the continual improvement of energy conservation, solid waste minimization and management, and prevention of pollution within the scope of the position and throughout the plant.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
Previous experience on a forklift
Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.
Willing and able to stand on a frequent basis.
Willing and able to work overtime.
Willing and able to work various shifts.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

**This is a 3rd shift position: 12am-8 am with rotating mandatory overtime at the beginning or end of shift.
Pay $28.25/hr.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

The Nestle Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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