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Forklift OperatorKnoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN 37919OverviewPosition Type Full Time Job Shift 1st ShiftDescriptionFor more than 100 years, Reily Foods Company has been creating and distributing food and beverage products that bring people together. Our family of brands includes JFG Coffee, Luzianne Tea, Tiger Sauce, Swan's Down Cake Flour and many others enjoyed by consumers across the country.Keep things moving! As a Material Handler, you'll play an important role in keeping our distribution center running safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You'll make sure materials and products get where they need to go — helping our production and distribution teams deliver the products our customers know and love.DutiesSafely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipmentMove finished goods, packaging materials, and supplies throughout the facilityLoad and unload trucks while ensuring products and materials are handled safely and accuratelyStage materials and products for production, shipping, and receivingVerify quantities, labels, lot numbers, and product information for accuracyMaintain accurate inventory and promptly report discrepancies or damaged productsComplete required paperwork, system transactions, and material movement documentationFollow FIFO/FEFO and other inventory control practices as requiredKeep work areas, aisles, and equipment clean, organized, and safeFollow all company, GMP, food safety, quality, and OSHA/safety requirementsCommunicate effectively with Production, Warehouse, Distribution, Quality, and other team membersHelp keep the operation moving by responding to changing priorities and production needsPerform other duties as needed to support the Distribution Center teamQualificationsWhat Makes a Successful Material Handler?Previous warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, forklift, or material-handling experienceExperience using a RF scan gun; comfortable using technology and learning inventory or warehouse systemsBasic math and inventory / cycle counting skillsStrong attention to detail and takes pride in accuracyPuts safety first and follows procedures every timeCan work in a fast-paced, physically active environmentWorks well with others and communicates clearlyComfortable working independently and takes ownership of assigned tasksAbility to prioritize multiple tasks and adjust when priorities changeHas a positive, team-first attitude and is willing to jump in and helpPunctual and dependable; willing and able to work overtime as needed to support business demandsWe offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports the well-being, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees.10 Paid Company HolidaysGenerous Paid Vacation & Sick TimeComprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your familyHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA)401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resourcesCompany?Paid DisabilityCompany?Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensationAnd more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well?beingTogether, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace.