Forklift Lead-1st and 2nd shift

Menasha Corporation; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

PTO

Paid holidays

Short term disability

Long term disability

EAP

Annual incentive plan

Job summary

Menasha Corporation is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator lead to train and supervise forklift operators, ensuring accurate movement of products and adherence to GMP and safety guidelines.

The role involves guiding daily operations on the production floor and in the warehouse, coordinating with supervisors, and maintaining accurate inventory while promoting a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Safety sensitive position – requires alertness and safe work practices.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lead and train a team on production/warehouse tasks.

Responsibilities

• Train and lead forklift operators to transport finished jobs or goods.
• Move pallets of goods for jobs in process to appropriate area.
• Perform inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and ensure safety policies are followed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety leadership

Team training

Education

High School Diploma

Forklift certification

Stand‑up forklift experience

Job description

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting‑edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About Us (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

This position is responsible for leading and training Forklift Operator’s to perform all tasks involved in the movement of products. This position involves driving a powered industrial truck equipped with forklift, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials within the facility.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

• Train and lead forklift operators to transport finished jobs or goods into correct areas
• Move pallets of goods for jobs in process to appropriate area as needed
• Place finished goods which are on a designated pallet to the correct location
• Perform all functions accurately as required in WMS system
• Reduce errors and safety incidents, assigns forklift operators to specific jobs/feeding lines
• Accurately complete forklift operator’s checklist
• Notify supervisor of any mechanical or material issues
• Confer with managers to ensure coordination of other production lines
• Conduct a physical inventory of all corrugated materials by performing daily cycle counts
• Perform inventory audits on a daily basis or as needed
• Professional in attitude and performance and leadership of staff
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by moving empty pallets to a designated area
• Verify processes are being followed
• Perform all line clearances and verify for accuracy
• Assign forklift drivers for set ups and daily job tasks
• Assist supervisors on the production floor/warehouse to maintain a safe work environment
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrates commitment to quality and performs job duties in adherence to GMP guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisors/Managers

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to pass certification to operate a forklift
• Stand‑up forklift experience required
• Previous warehouse production experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Safety sensitive position – ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business
• Ability to effectively work in teams, and to lead, train, and direct a team
• Ability to work in a production‑based environment with moving equipment and people
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles
• Ability to interpret written and verbal instructions
• Ability to consistently produce at a high level
• Ability to work with plant management for required results
• Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting
• Ability to move and handle merchandise throughout the facility generally weighing up to 25 pounds
• Walking, standing, lifting, and bending for the duration of the shift
• 1st and 2nd shift opportunities

The expected salary range for this position is $25.00/hour.

• annual incentive plan
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• basic term life
• AD&D
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• EAP
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• PTO
• paid holidays

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.