Forklift Lead

JOB TITLE:            FORKLIFT LEAD

REPORTS TO:         SHIPPING SUPERVISOR  

DEPARTMENT:       SHIPPING

LOCATION:            LAREDO, TEXAS

 

 

Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Forklift Lead will be responsible for transporting pallets within the facility, preparing orders for shipment, and supporting other duties as required.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for conducting daily forklift inspections.
• Lead the staging of fruit bins and pallets for inspections, shipments, and inbound activities.
• Communicate the workflow between the office and floor staff.
• Oversee daily maintenance programs for forklift and scanner equipment.
• Reinforce the accuracy of adhering to inventory scanning procedures.
• Lead down-stacking and restacking of pallets.
• Lead other warehouse and operations duties as needed.
• Coach and guide FLO’s weekly and monthly inventory counts.
• Guide the FLO team in general safety procedures and guidelines.

 

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

§  Minimum of two years of experience as a certified and operating Forklift Driver.

§  Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 operation preferred.

§  Ability and willingness to follow SOPs.

§  Effective communication skills.

§  Ability to work and communicate with supervisors.

§  Ability to lift or move 25 pounds to 50 pounds.

§  Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment from 34°F – 42°F.

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Last updated on Oct 24, 2024