2nd Shift Forklift Operator — Safe, Efficient Material Handling

Graham Packaging Company; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Graham Packaging Company in West Chicago, IL is seeking a Forklift Operator for 2nd shift (2 pm - 10 pm, Monday-Friday). The role involves moving materials, loading trailers, and supporting production lines with accurate material handling while adhering to safety and GMP policies.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of forklift experience, strong attendance, and solid communication skills to interact with managers, coworkers, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, quality, GMP and company policies.
• Perform safety lift truck inspections and battery checks; report malfunctions.
• Assist in stock handling and loading trailers as needed.
• Provide accurate information on materials used or produced to warehouse personnel.
• Maintain records of materials used and produced; report changes.
• Ensure finished goods and materials are stored with proper product codes.
• Participate in physical inventory processes.
• Relieve downstream teammates for breaks and lunches.
• Move pallets to stretch wrap machines and staging areas as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Punctual attendance

Computer usage

Verbal and written communication

Work under pressure

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Graham Packaging Company in West Chicago, IL is seeking a Forklift Operator for 2nd shift (2 pm - 10 pm, Monday-Friday). The role involves moving materials, loading trailers, and supporting production lines with accurate material handling while adhering to safety and GMP policies.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of forklift experience, strong attendance, and solid communication skills to interact with managers, coworkers, and external partners.