Forklift Operator - Clinton, OK

divh3Job Description/h3divbiATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS/i/b - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to iVeterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers/i. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.pColgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!brbrJoin Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.br brbrThis position is responsible for ensuring customer orders and replenishment loads are fulfilled, prepared for shipment and delivered to the appropriate destination in a safe, quality, timely and cost effective manner and to move product from the palletizer and within the warehouse to trailers and various other warehouse locations.  This shift based position is the final operation in meeting customer requirements for high quality, damage free, on-time, correctly loaded and accurate (Bill of Lading) deliveries.brbr brbrSign-On bonus / Internal Referral ProgrambrbrAfter 90 days,  $500 DollarsbrbrAfter 180 days, $500 Dollarsbrbr brbrKey Responsibilities:move product from the palletizer and within the warehouse to trailers and various other warehouse locationsbrbrLoad trailers according to loading specifications and in a manner which delivers product on time (arrives when originally expected) and complete (accurate by item and damage free) as measured by our customers and other receiving destinations.brbrReceive, unload, inspect and correctly warehouse all in-bound shipments (finished goods and materials) using safe procedures while maintaining the quality of all products and using accurate inventory management procedures.brbrConduct trailer inspections prior to loading trailers for product shipment and after unloading inbound trailers.brbrOperate forklift and highlift equipment to move product from the palletizer and within the warehouse to trailers and various other warehouse locations and operate in a manner maintaining required sanitation levels.  Repair and recoup damaged goods as accidentally created during product movement and as required.  Follow FIFO principles for finished products.brbrPerform accurate inventory transactions into warehousing systems.  Tag pallets from the palletizer and record production, organize warehouse and all warehouse supplies and materials, supply materials to packaging lines, supply and service palletizer equipment.brbrAccurately pick all products for mixed pallets, properly palletize and stretch wrap finished skid.brbrReport or take appropriate action when quality checks do not meet set specifications.brbrImprove operations through individual and group problem solving. Provide leadership in solving problems that disrupts the daily production goals.brbrMaintain a clean, safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrity.brbrMust know the product "Hold" criteria of all applicable areas.brbrAll associates are responsible for the safety, quality and food safety in their work areabrbr brbrPhysical/Environmental Requirements:brbrWearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, beard net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform) brbrBending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs brbrMust be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals brbrForklift assignments require OSHA certification /p/divh3Job_Category/h3divEquipment_Operator/divh3Minimum Education Required/h3divHigh School/GED/divh3City*/h3divClinton/divh3Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities/h3divMinimum Qualifications:brbrBe 18 years of age or older brbrHave a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education brbrMust be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules brbrAbility to understand and effectively communicate in the English language brbrSuccessful completion of a substance screening and background checkbrbr brbrPreferred Qualifications:brbr3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines brbr2 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline brbrDemonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email brbrKnowledge of inventory control principlesbrbrbrCompensation and BenefitsbrSalary Range $17.91 - $19.20 USDbrbrPay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.brbrBenefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies./divh3State*/h3divOklahoma/div/div