Operator, Forklift & Palletizer

PAY INCENTIVES:

Sign-On Bonus: $1,000, payable during the pay period following successful completion of 90 days of continuous employment

Retention Bonuses: Two additional $500 bonuses paid at 6 months and 1 year of employment, contingent upon active employment and good standing

Annual Merit Increases: Eligible for yearly performance-based pay increases

All bonuses are subject to applicable federal and state tax withholdings

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!

To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!

We value each of our employees total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Forklift and Palletizer Operator reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and is based out of our Hendersonville, North Carolina location. This individual will be responsible for operating the palletizer and forklift associated with the line they have been assigned to in an efficient manner. Employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with close attention to detail through many changes. This position is unique in the need for someone who has forklift training and a level of mechanical aptitude.

1st Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm in Warehouse #1

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of the job)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities include :

Operate forklift to stack and retrieve goods, supplies, and materials

Responsible for maintaining inventory and for production area cleanliness

Document and maintain inventory records

Responsible for set-up and operation of automatic palletizer, stretch wrap machine, and related equipment

Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely fashion

Know the purpose and follow the proper operation of all safety switches, interlocks, and safety devices

Understand and properly operate all machine controls (mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic)

Perform code changes

Monitor pattern forming of the cases on the palletizer

Change rolls of stretch wrap

Clear jams, re-sequence the palletizer and replace fallen cartons

Properly change codes in the tagger computer

Coordinate with the line driver so the correct pallets are available to the pallet dispenser

Demonstrate proficiency in operating the palletizer

Understand the HMI (touch screen)

Have an awareness of, and adherence to, all safety requirements

Accountable for food safety, food quality, and regulatory requirements for their position

Encouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues

Adopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their position

Empowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of work

Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required Qualifications

At least six months experience in a manufacturing environment operating a forklift and other production equipment

A high school diploma or equivalent

Must have excellent time management skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the food/beverage industry a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.

FREQUENT: Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend, and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in the area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).

OCCASIONAL: Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using the LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.

VISION: Ability to use close and distance vision, as well as color and peripheral vision with or without correction. Must be able to visually detect obstacles and potential dangers in a fast-paced production environment involving high-speed equipment and powered industrial lift equipment.

HEARING: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Exposure to noise levels from pumps, machinery, forklift traffic, bottle lines, and exhaust fans.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.