Forklift Operator

Company and Position Information:

Del Monte Foods (DMFC) is a multi-national food company headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic Del Monte, Contadina and College Inn. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten U.S. households.

At Del Monte Foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are Del Monte Foods - Growers of Good.

The salary range for this role is:

Responsibilities:

Del Monte Foods is seeking applications for Equipment Operator/Forklift Driver employment at their Rochelle, Illinois facility.

• Safety Statement: It is the responsibility of each employee to perform their work in a manner which will not endanger their own safety and will protect the health and safety of others and to cooperate and participate in the safety and health programs of the company.
• Scope: This position holds equal responsibility as a label line equipment operator / checker II in both the Label Line Department and in the Distribution Department. Primary responsibility will be to break relieve the label line operators and when not on break relief, duties as assigned in both the Label Line Department and in the Distribution Department.
• As a Label Line Equipment Operator (LLEO), this employee will safely operate the palletizer, label, depalletizer and casing machines while ensuring accuracy of all reports and paperwork related to the job duties.

Label Line Equipment Operator (LLEO)

• Palletizer Machine: Monitor palletizer to ensure all product exiting has the correct labels and cartons. Adjust or report any mechanical problems to maintenance and management.
• Label Machine: Check labels on cans periodically. Ensure labels match the product currently running. Pull damaged labels and cans off the line. Add hot melt glue to machine when needed. Ensure that the Tensor ID Vision System is turned on and operational.
• Depalletizer Machine: On Line 1 and 2, collect dented cans for donation per protocol and throw away all others. Remove all swells, buckles, rust, and dented cans from pallet and dispose of correctly. Record all cans taken from the pallet on indirect labeling record.
• Casing Machine: Replenish by keeping casing machine's carton in feed conveyor filled with cartons. Operator must ensure that the cartons are correctly oriented in the machine.

• Communication: Keep open communication with stock controllers and supervisors to ensure the accuracy of documentation. Notify correct parties when changes occur.

  Documentation:

• Palletizer Machine: Turn in all daily reports to the stock controller at the end of your shift. Record, change and ensue that the correct pallet tag information is input into the Brye Tag System in order to print the correct pallet tags.
• Label Machine: Validate all documentation associated with the position and turn into office. Depalletizer Machine: Ensure/verify pallet tags with can codes. Document product start times and tag information on indirect label record. All tags must be turned in with indirect sheet when changing products or end of day. Properly scan each pallet tag to production in Red Prairie system.
• Casing Machine: Accurately record and change the day code and Best By information for the case printer on each line.

• Changeover Duties:

• Palletizer Machine: Operator is responsible for performing changeover duties for palletizer machine including but not limited to safely entering machine to clear cans and other foreign material as well as cleaning surrounding area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Label Machine: Operator is responsible for performing changeover duties for labeling machine including but not limited to utilizing lock out tag out procedures, safely entering machine to clear cans, labels, or glue, Operator is expected to maintain customary good housekeeping and safety practices in the performance of work assignments.
• Depalletizer Machine: Operator is responsible for performing changeover duties for depalletizer machine including but not limited to utilizing lock out tag out procedures, safely entering machine to clear cans and other foreign material as well as cleaning surrounding area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Casing Machine: Operator is responsible for performing changeover duties for caser machine including but not limited to utilizing lock out tag out procedures, safely entering machine to change and adjust machine parts, replenish glue pots, cleaning surrounding area to ensure a safe work environment.

• Equipment: Palletizer, label, depalletizer, casing machines, any newly added equipment and any components associated with Labeling and Distribution.

  Safety, Housekeeping, Security: Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety. Comply with OSHA and other appropriate standards.

• Forklift Driver (Checker II)

• The responsibility of this position is to safely operate a powered industrial lift truck. Checker II drivers are responsible for several areas within the distribution center (DC) including but not limited to warehouse stacking, communication, documentation, and reporting duties associated with the related job duties. Employee is to remain in compliance with all approved / applicable safety rules, good manufacturing practices and engineered labor standards while working in the DC facility.
• Set Up: Set up and load rail/truck shipments using proper standard operating procedures and standard loading procedures. Operator is responsible for setting up stock for label line positions.
• Equipment: Operate platen push-pull lift truck equipment when required.
• Shipping: Responsible for activities related to the shipping office window directing carriers and processing paperwork on as as-needed basis. Responsible for proper bracing and sealing of the load.
• Inventory: Responsible for maintaining the stock locator system.
• Communication: Maintain open communication with supervisors and employees on any changes that may occur while on task.
• Safety, Housekeeping, Security: Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety. Comply with OSHA and other appropriate standards.

• Qualifications for the LLEO / Driver:

• Education (Preferred Level): High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Special Requirements: Must have basic proficiency in reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to work in a quick paced environment, while working well with others and promoting a positive attitude. Powered industrial lift truck certification.

Del Monte Foods Key Behaviors:

GET OUR HANDS DIRTY

• Dig in and understand the business.

• Stay focused on priorities and drive for results.

• Pursue goals with purpose and persevere through challenges.

CULTIVATE SOLUTIONS

• Improve processes, products and services.

• Take calculated risks to develop effective solutions.

• Use data and insights to drive business performance.

GROW SUCCESS TOGETHER

• Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

• Collaborate and promote teamwork to achieve individual and shared goals.

• Hold ourselves and others accountable for commitments.

Qualifications:

• HS or GED
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Must have 5-7+ years Multi-Craft Maintenance Mechanic experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to pass a Multi-Craft Aptitude Test (Mechanical and Electrical).
• Must be a current certified OSHA forklift operator.
• Must be able to work any shift and weekends/OT as required.
• Must be able to work in a quick paced environment, while working well with others and promoting a positive attitude.
• Powered industrial lift truck qualification.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to climb stairs, stand, stoop, walk, occasionally to frequently.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment- Safety steel toe shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest.
• Must have the ability to carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Del Monte Foods is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agencies or 3rd party vendors.