Forklift Lead 1st Shift - Full Time - Portland, ME 04102 at Tyson Foods, Inc. in Portland, Maine

Job Description:

Job Details:



If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world's expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and competitive pay. This facility operates five days a week and produces Barber Foods Stuffed Chicken Breast products.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates in a safe manner, and in accordance to all company policies and procedures.
  
  


• Fills in for Supervisor when needed, performing supervisory functions, such as providing associates with direction, ensuring all team members work safely and adhere to company safety policies.
  
  


• Reports to the Shipping/Receiving Department Supervisor, ensuring compliance with Tyson Foods, Inc. safety, quality, and shipping/receiving policy directives and standard operating procedures.
  
  


• Oversees an area(s) within the department, performs various material handling duties, and coordinates necessary resources to ensure successful operation of that area(s).
  
  


• Ensures Personal Protective Equipment is in proper condition and used correctly.
  
  


• Ensures inventory accuracy for all movements and inventory in assigned area(s) by reviewing, tracking, and modifying recorded movement transactions in the SAP system.
  
  


• Communicates issues with other department Leads in Portland to ensure general awareness, coordinated resources, and efficient resolution.
  
  


• Communicates with corporate stakeholders, schedules inbound and outbound shipments as necessary (e.g., transportation, strategic sourcing, inventory control).
  
  


• Directs tasks of S/R Department Forklift Operators (PR03, PR04, and PR05), ensuring they are all properly trained in assigned tasks, are performing effectively, and working efficiently as a team. A Lead PR06 must know and be able to effectively perform all essential duties and responsibilities of a PR03, PR04, and a PR05.
  
  


• Responsible for training Forklift Operators (PR03, PR04, and PR05), in their essential duties and responsibilities.
  
  


• Performs physical inventory cycle counts.
  
  


• Ensures all department storage area(s) are continuously stocked with clean raw materials and packaging for expected production needs.
  
  


• Directs an organized and clean work environment according to 5S principles, GMP's, and USDA regulations.
  
  


• Reports any significant damages, discrepancies, unsafe behaviors, and risks to Supervisor.
  
  


• Works collaboratively with other Leads to determine product importance and production set-up.
  
  


• Responsible for redirecting TM's during downtime.
  
  


• Responsible for performing required exercises at the beginning of shifts and after breaks.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must obtain certification and operate safely all Portland, ME site specific Powered Industrial Equipment by Tyson Foods, Inc. standards within 90 days.
  
  


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  Must have combined experience with PIT equipment, SAP, or in a leadership role.
  
  
  


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push up to 100 lbs.
  
  


• Must have proficient computer knowledge of SAP shipping and receiving functions, including tools to navigate and research discrepancies.
  
  


• Must be able to communicate ideas and explain procedures clearly to others, have an attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to prioritize with an ever-changing workload.
  
  


• Must be self-motivated, team oriented and thrive in a team environment.
  
  


• Must possess effective leadership skills to demonstrate and effectively train all TM's within the department, demonstrating a willingness to grow and advance, and leading by example.
  
  


• Must be able to stand/sit while working in a cold environment ( -10 degrees below zero to 40 degrees F).
  
  


• Must wear steel/composite toe boots that conform to site requirements.
  
  


• Must provide relief for other TM's during breaks, ensuring TM's comply with the break and lunch policy.
  
  


• Must be willing to accomplish other duties as assigned, work flexible hours including overtime and weekends.
  
  

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.



Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No



Work Shift:



1ST SHIFT (United States of America)


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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.



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