The Forklift Operator is responsible for receiving, storing and transporting of raw materials, packaging materials, supplies and finished goods, so that these be taken in storage in the prescribed manner and are available in time for production or shipping. He / she may also perform stock count and stock control activities, supporting adequate inventory and stock management.
The position of Forklift Operator is located in a warehouse of an OpCo. The department is responsible for receipt, storage, transportation and dispensing of raw materials, packaging materials, supplies, finished products and waste materials.
He / she operates a manually controlled, rider-type powered truck with forks or other lifting devices (e.g., clamps, barrel lifters, customized devices) to transport materials of all kinds around a warehouse or plant. The materials to be moved, the location, and destination are clearly indicated. The Forklift Operator may perform routine equipment servicing, such as attaching a battery chargers, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of equipment and operations

Job Description:

· Receiving, handling and control of raw materials and goods supplied, so that it is determined whether deliveries are in accordance with the purchase order and

shipping documents, and are in good condition.

To do this primarily, the Forklift Operator:

o Checking receipts on appearance and on the basis of lading and packing slip, reporting defects to supervisor

o Marking lading, and record of receipt and quality data in the system.

· Storage 

o Stores of raw materials, packaging materials, finished goods and pallets by a forklift truck so that they are placed in the prescribed storage locations, and the

requirements in terms of safety are met.

o conducts inventory counts, periodically comparing actual stock with the administrative inventory, detection and reporting of deviations

· Transportation of raw materials, packaging materials, supplies, finished products and waste materials to and from the production departments on the basis of

production planning, at the request of production management and at its own discretion, so that the production may have the right goods on time, and stagnation

by of product accumulation can be prevented.

· Operational support / Operator activities

o May perform various manual operational activities and/or operates basic machinery / tools

o May performs basic checks and controls on materials, like checking weights, size, visual checks etc. Signals deviations with supervisor

· Other activities as required, such as:

o Performs user maintenance on rolling stock

o Performs other duties as required

· Good housekeeping / Compliance

o Keeps the rolling stock and other equipment, the work place and environment clean and tidy; 

o Cleans all equipment and work environment

o Performs all activities in compliance with the relevant HSE and quality standards, both internal Nutreco standards as well as external standards.

· Communication

o Reports defects, deviations and other non-compliance issues to the supervisor

o Discusses work with colleagues and supervisor

o Provides information when asked, follows-up instructions and guidance from colleagues and supervisor

· Compliance

o Works in compliance with all applicable SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality) requirements and regulations, as well as with operational and

legal requirements safety regulations and procedures, as well as technical standards

o Signals potential hazardous and / or unsafe situations, takes appropriate action is case of imminent unsafe situations

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.