Forklift-Certified Line Operator - Packaging & Quality (3rd Shift)

Old World Industries; Prattville (AL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-matching 401(k) plan

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Company-paid identity theft insurance

Company-paid disability

Flexible spending and health savings

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Legal benefits

Critical illness

Accident insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Old World Industries is seeking a forklift operator with leadership responsibilities in Prattville, AL. The role involves loading, unloading, blending, and supervising bulk operations while ensuring safety, quality, and efficient handling of packaging components.

You will lead temporary teams during large projects, maintain inventory discipline, and work with supervisors to implement continuous improvements. Strong communication and forklift certification are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be a certified forklift operator.
• Proficient PC skills including MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience leading and managing others.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work third shift.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform rework or disposition of damaged packaging components.
• Lead packaging quarantine area and recovery team for disposition.
• Monitor inventory and assist with disposition of damaged items.
• Transport product to quarantine area for disposal.
• Drive forklift or assist forklift drivers as needed.
• Sort product to minimize salvage accumulation.
• Collaborate with supervisors on continuous improvement.
• Lead teams of temporary workers during large projects.
• Maintain open rapport with supervisor on important matters.
• Adhere to company values and safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team leadership

Problem solving

Strong communication

Safety compliance

MS Word

MS Excel

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Old World Industries is seeking a forklift operator with leadership responsibilities in Prattville, AL. The role involves loading, unloading, blending, and supervising bulk operations while ensuring safety, quality, and efficient handling of packaging components.

You will lead temporary teams during large projects, maintain inventory discipline, and work with supervisors to implement continuous improvements. Strong communication and forklift certification are required.