Forklift Operator

Green Bay Packaging; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Wellness programs

STD

LTD

Life insurance

Company matching 401(k)

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging is seeking a forklift operator to safely operate LP powered industrial trucks, move materials, and assist in production flow. The role requires forklift certification, a clean driving record, and at least two years of material-handling experience.

You will follow schedules, perform daily checks, and use RF scanning to keep precise records. The position offers a competitive wage and a broad benefits package, with opportunities for growth within a long-established, multi-state

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle license may be required.
• Forklift certification required and performed onsite per OSHA standards.
• Two years of experience positioning forks over, under, or around pallets, skids, or products (not usually on pallets).
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills required.
• High attention to prevent injury to yourself and others.
• Ability to inventory materials on the work floor and supply workers with materials when needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments accurately, timely and safely; transport materials to and from designated areas.
• Load/unload goods from trucks and trailers, move goods around the facility.
• Stack goods in correct storage bays and follow inventory control procedures.
• Ensure loads are secure and remove waste materials from machines.
• Complete daily safety and maintenance checks per OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Attention to safety

Basic math and reading

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanning equipment

Job description

Position Overview

Safely operate a LP powered industrial truck equipped with tilting forks to lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials to and/or from storage areas, machines, loading docks, warehouse facilities, or truck trailers.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Obtaining a copy of the production schedule or shipping order and transporting materials to and from designated areas in the facility;
  • Providing raw materials or stock to production machines per the production schedule;
  • Loading/unloading goods from truck and trailers;
  • Moving goods packed on slip sheets and pallets around the facility;
  • Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control procedures;
  • Checking loads are secure; and
  • Removing waste materials from machines.
• Maintain a clean & safe environment.
• Required use of RF scanning equipment.
• Lubricate truck, refuel or replace liquefied gas.
• Keep radiator clear of dust and debris.
• Complete daily safety and maintenance checks, per OSHA guidelines, reporting any issues to maintenance for repair.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle license may be required.
• Forklift certification will be required and performed onsite per OSHA standards.
• Must have two (2) years of previous experience positioning forks over, under, or around bundles, loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials. NOTE: most units will NOT be on pallets.
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills required.
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to yourself and others.
• Ability to inventory materials on the work floor and supply workers with materials when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, and depending on experience, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, and company matching 401(k). Note: Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.

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