Forklift Operator
Amcor Rigid Packaging
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Job summary
Amcor Rigid Packaging in Ames, IA is seeking a reliable forklift operator to support production by pulling raw materials, transferring finished goods, and loading trucks to meet delivery schedules.
This role requires OSHA forklift certification, the ability to read safety and operating instructions, accurate data entry, and close cooperation with fellow departments to maintain inventory and safety in a fast-paced plant.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED is required or equivalent experience.
- Forklift certification meeting OSHA requirements is required.
- Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain forklift safely and efficiently per instructions.
- Supply raw materials to production operations.
- Print and scan Bill of Lading for finished goods using RF scanner.
- Inspect finished goods for quality defects.
- Transfer finished goods to staging or storage areas.
- Load finished goods onto trucks to meet delivery requirements.
- Complete logs and input data, including tickets and Bills of Lading.
- Maintain accurate inventory counts and report discrepancies.
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Job description
Operates and maintains forklift to supply production operations with raw materials to produce finished product, transfers finished product to storage or staging area and ensures finished product is loaded onto trucks in a timely manner to meet customers delivery requirements.
- Operates and maintains forklift in a safe and efficient manner using work instructions, visual management and computer interface.
- Supplies production operations with raw materials to produce finished product.
- Prints and scans Bill of Lading for all finished goods using 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 to include closing sequences on tickets and printing Bill of Lading.
- Ensures accurate inventory counts and notifies lead/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.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School diploma or general education (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
A valid forklift certification, which meets OSHA requirements, is required to perform the essential duties of this job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or walk for 8- 12 hours, regularly required to sit for 8-12 hours, and is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to communicate with other employees and be aware of sounds in the plant. The employee must also frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Job is performed near moving mechanical parts and occasionally in outdoor weather. Safety glasses are required to be worn. The noise level is loud, requiring hearing protection to be worn. GMP procedures are observed in all areas of the plant.
Incumbent has the right to hold for inspection any product he/she feels does not meet customer/company specifications.
- Lockout/Tag Out
- Bloodborne Pathogen
- Hearing Conservation/PPE
- Right to Know/Hazardous Communication
- Emergency Evacuation
- Ladder Safety/Fall Protection
- Confined Space Entry
- Forklift Safety
- HACCP/GMP
- HRIS Systems (Ceridian/WFC)
- Corporate Training Requirments
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
- Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
- Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
- Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
- The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
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.
We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
- 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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