Forklift Driver -1st Shift

The Council of Industry; Ohioville (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA

401(k) with employer match

Attendance bonus

Production bonus

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Career advancement

Job summary

Viking Packaging is seeking a 1st Shift Forklift Operator in New Paltz, NY. Responsibilities include safe forklift operation, loading/unloading, and keeping the warehouse organized while delivering customer service as needed.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of forklift experience in a fast-paced setting, can lift 50 lbs, and may have optional forklift certification. Join a team focused on safety, efficiency, and growth opportunities through the Council of Industry programs.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of forklift experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Forklift certification is not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Loading and unloading products throughout the warehouse.
• Maintaining warehouse storage and cleanliness.
• Complying with safety precautions and best practices.
• Providing customer service as necessary.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety-conscious

Communication

Job description

Overview

Join our team of outside-of-the-box thinkers! At Viking Packaging, we believe there’s so much more that goes into making a box and that starts with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting, growing, and inspiring our team.

We’re currently seeking a motivated individual to fill our open 1st Shift Forklift Operator position in New Paltz, NY.

Viking Packaging is looking to fill an open Forklift Operator position in New Paltz, NY. The selected individual will load and unload products throughout the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner as well as provide customer service when necessary.

Days and Hours:

• Monday to Friday 7am to 3:30pm

Benefits for Full Time Employees:

• $19 and up depending on experience
• Advance your career
• Manufacturing Training programs and apprenticeships through the Council of Industry
• Medical, Dental and Vison insurance
• Employer Sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) plan with Employer Match
• Quarterly Attendance Bonus
• Biannual Production Bonus
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time

Are you ready to be a Viking?

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include:

• Operating a forklift in a safe and efficient manner
• Loading and unloading products throughout the warehouse
• Maintaining warehouse storage and cleanliness
• Complying with safety precautions and best practices
• Providing customer service as necessary

Qualifications

Qualifications:The ideal candidate will 2 to 4 years of prior forklift experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• 2 to 4 years of previous forklift driving expereince
• Expereince driving 3 peddle, sit down, propane lifts
• Must have exceptional productivity and communication skills
• Forklift certification is not required, but is preferred
• Previous scan gun system experience preferred
• Must have the ability to adhere to policies and standards
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Company Website

https://vikingpackaging.com/

Company Profile

Viking Packaging started in 1973, but our lineage goes back quite a bit farther. F.D. Croce Company began manufacturing peanut bags in Manhattan in 1892, and in the 20th century, the company expanded into produce cartons and moved into the Hudson Valley. It became increasingly difficult to get quality corrugated partitions needed for the produce boxes at a good price. Viking Industries was founded to satisfy that need. Viking has always been family owned and operated so we are personally committed to doing every customer's job right.

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