Forklift Driver - Orlando

Amcor; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Forklift Operator in Orlando, Florida, responsible for operating and maintaining forklifts safely and efficiently. Candidates will supply production operations with materials, inspect goods for quality, and manage inventory records accurately.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, forklift experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical plans, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts based on production requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items (up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to supply production with raw materials.
• Inspect finished goods for quality defects.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and logs.

Skills

Experience using propane, or electric forklifts

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Effective communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

Operates and maintains forklift in a safe and efficient manner using work instructions, visual management, and computer interface.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Supplies production operations with raw materials to produce finished products.
• Prints and scans Bill of Lading for all finished goods using a computer interface and RF scanner.
• Inspects finished goods for quality defects.
• Transfers finished goods to staging or storage areas.
• Loads finished goods onto trucks in a timely manner to meet customers’ delivery requirements.
• Accurately completes all written logs and data input including closing sequences on tickets and printing Bill of Lading.
• Ensures accurate inventory counts and notifies supervisor of discrepancies.
• Effectively communicates with all internal departments.
• Removes/Reworks any damaged product on pallets.
• Maintains a clean work area and performs general housekeeping duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have experience using propane, or electric forklifts (single/double)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Effective communication skills
• Willingness to work flexible shift’s depending on project/production requirements.
• Must be able to climb, bend, reach, and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs.)

Physical Requirements

• Normal Vision
• Distant Vision
• Near Vision
• Hearing/Listening
• Sitting
• Talking/Speaking
• Hand/Finger Dexterity
• Walking
• Standing
• Stooping
• Pushing/Pulling
• Bending
• Kneeling
• Climbing
• Lifting (amount 50+ pounds)
• Carrying (amount 50+ pounds)
• Driving-Forklift
• Lifting (amount < 50 pounds)
• Carrying (amount < 50 pounds)
• Driving – Automobile/truck/van

Work Environment

Plant Manufacturing Setting

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request.