Fork Truck Operator (6am-6pm)

The Clorox Company; Forest Park (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous 401(k) program

Health benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning and growth opportunities

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

The Clorox Company is hiring a Forklift Operator for its Atlanta-Main facility. You will inspect electric forklifts daily and use attachments like slip-sheet units, double-forks, and clamp trucks to support production and packaging material handling.

Starting hourly rate is $24.63 with a 12-hour shift (2-2-3) in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We offer excellent compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent experience) required.
• Resume required.
• Preferably 1–2 years of prior experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment.
• Able to demonstrate high level of Forklift Operator capabilities.
• Detail-oriented, willingness to learn, creativity, with sense of urgency.
• Strong commitment to plant’s non-negotiables and company’s core values.
• Be willing to work flexible hours and overtime as needed. Workdays and schedules may change periodically for training purposes, and according to business needs.
• Meets required Skill Certification Criteria, tracks progress against the Certification and takes ownership for training.
• Supports department and plants goals of MVP for maximum output.
• Can demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize work area to 5S standards.
• Able to follow established procedures and protocols, compliance with OSHA & DOT standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily inspections of electric powered forklift using correct documentation and is proficient with several forklift attachments (slip-sheet, double-forks, clamp truck).
• Supports production with stage-to-stock and stock-to-stage for packaging materials (caps, triggers, preforms, neck hangers, corrugation, labels, chemicals).
• Reports and corrects unsafe conditions through Hazardous Notification and BBS processes; writes work orders for repair.
• Performs safety checks related to trailer loading and dock locking systems.
• Maintains procedural compliance of forklift security and departmental tools.
• Plans and prioritizes work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Completes documentation for unloading and loading activities with minimal supervision.
• Supports Changeover, Startup/Shutdown processes to standards.
• Complies with OSHA & DOT standards and ensures SDS handling procedures.
• Understands loading practices and weight distribution for carrier equipment; knows warehouse layout and capacity constraints.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox:

The Clorox Company is seeking a qualified candidate for Forklift operator position at our Atlanta-Main facility. This role involves performing daily inspections of electric-powered forklifts and using various attachments like slip-sheet units, double-forks, and clamp trucks. The job supports production by managing packaging materials and ensuring safety through reporting and correcting unsafe conditions. This role also involves planning and prioritizing work assignments, supporting changeover and startup/shutdown processes, and handling raw materials according to SDS procedures. Additionally, the job requires understanding complex loading practices, warehouse layout, and capacity constraints

Starting Hourly rate compensation: $24.63. Shift-12hr. schedule, operating in a 2-2-3, in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment. Offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.

In this role, you will:

• Performs daily inspections of electric powered forklift using correct documentation, proficient with several types of forklift attachments, such as a slip-sheet unit, double-forks, and clamp truck.
• Support production with stage to stock and stock to stage for all packaging materials such as (caps, triggers, preforms, neck hangers, corrugation, labels & chemicals).
• Ensures that unsafe conditions get reported and corrected through the Hazardous Notification, BBS processes and write-up work orders for repair.
• Perform all necessary safety checks related to trailer loading and dock locking systems.
• Maintain procedural compliance of forklift security and departmental tools.
• Effectively plan and prioritize work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Properly fill-out documentation associated with unloading and loading practices within the department with minimal supervision.
• Supports Changeover, Startup / Shutdown Processes to standards.
• Understands and adheres to Regulatory compliance with OSHA & DOT standards, ensures WPO and housekeeping standards are sustained.
• Has knowledge of SDS’s and follows proper procedures for handling raw materials.
• Understand complex loading practices and maintain weight distribution for all types of carrier equipment.
• Understand warehouse layout and capacity constraint.

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What we look for:

• High school diploma (or equivalent experience) required.
• Resume required.
• Preferably 1-2 years of prior experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment.
• Able to demonstrate high level of Forklift Operator capabilities.
• Detail-oriented, willingness to learn, creativity, with sense of urgency.
• Strong commitment to plant’s non-negotiables and company’s core values.
• Be willing to work flexible hours and overtime as needed. Workdays and schedules may change periodically for training purposes, and according to business needs. Must be able to work off shift and weekends.
• Meets required Skill Certification Criteria, tracks progress against the Certification and takes ownership for training.
• Supports department and plants goals of MVP for maximum output.
• Can demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize work area to 5S standards.
• Able to follow established procedures and protocols, compliance with OSHA & DOT standards.

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more .

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location