Palletizer and Forklift Operator

Full-Time, Web Application
Carneys Point, NJ
Posted 8 years ago

Do you have previous experience as a forklift operator? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic team environment that appreciates your efforts and cares about you as a person? Do you ask yourself what else can I do to help my company succeed without being asked by your manager? If so then Lassonde Pappas in Seabrook, NJ is looking for you!

 

You might be asking yourself who is Lassonde Pappas and what do they make?

 

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is an employer of choice, fostering a workplace where there is respect for each person; clear definition of roles and responsibilities; encouragement for the free expression of ideas; and career growth and reward for performance. We actively seek to identify and develop high performing individuals throughout the company. Expanding the capabilities of our people is a key to our strategic objectives and is a focus of the leadership of our organization. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and very competitive compensation plan.
Do we have your interest yet? If so we currently have openings in our Warehouse Department for a Palletizer Operator/Line Drier. The palletizer operator/line drive position is responsible for operating the palletizer associated with the line they have been assigned to in an efficient manager, loading finished goods from the line into the trailers/shuttles with the use of a forklift, utilizing our inventory control system to capture all movement of inventory.

Major Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

 

  • Load and unload finished goods.
  • Key duties include loading the truck with use of BOL and using FIFO method, and completing the load.
  • Tag and properly store finished product from production lines in a safe, efficient and orderly fashion.
  • Communicate all shortages to the Warehouse Supervisor. 
  • Use RF scanners to capture all movements and QAD for tag edits.
  • Ensure product rotation is occurring, shipping out the oldest product first.  Use pick sheets to assist in rotation and report any discrepancies.
  • Maintain good quality of the product, including rotation of the product, correct tagging of the product and ensuring product is not damaged in the warehouse. Damaged product should be handled under the clean as you go program.
  • Knows the purpose and follows proper operation of all safety switches, interlocks and safety devices.
  • Can properly start and stop the palletizer.
  • Understands and can properly operate all machine controls (mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic).
  • Has the ability to perform code changes and properly change codes in the tagger computer.
  • Monitors patterns forming of the cases on the palletizer.
  • Can change rolls of stretch wrap.
  • Has the ability to clear jams, re-sequence the palletizer, and replace fallen cartons.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in operating the palletizer.
  • Can coordinate with the supervisor so the correct pallets are available to the pallet dispenser.
  • Has a fundamental understanding of the HMI (touch screen).
  • Will perform miscellaneous duties that are assigned by the supervisor.
Experience & Skills

  • Ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • One (1) year forklift experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in the food/beverage industry
  • Detail oriented; ability to multi-task
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to work independently

 

 

Equal Opportunity at Lassonde Pappas EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

 

Lassonde Pappas’ goal is to be the nation’s premier private brand beverage company. Our customers recognize us for our commitment to product quality, service and innovation. We are dedicated to creating value by providing private-brand fruit and beverage solutions. Our customers include major US Food Retailers, Mass Merchandisers, Specialty Grocery, Club Stores, Dollar Stores, Drug stores and Food Service companies.
Lassonde Pappas & Co. Inc. is a subsidiary of Lassonde Industries Inc.

 

 

HOW TO APPLY 

 

Applicants should apply on line at the Lassonde Pappas website careers page:

 

https://lassondepappas.com/our-people/grow-your-career/

 

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

 

Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

 

 

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