Forklift Operator

Novolex; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in packaging and containers manufacturing is seeking an entry-level warehouse associate. The role involves operating material handling equipment, maintaining warehouse organization, and ensuring safe product handling. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, with opportunities for advancement through training programs.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year forklift experience.
• Minimum 1 year clamp truck experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive all finished products safely.
• Operate material handling equipment.
• Maintain an organized warehouse.

Skills

Computer literacy

Math skills

Problem-solving ability

Knowledge of shipping

Knowledge of warehouse environments

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Clamp truck

Job description

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Why Choose Us?

At Novolex, we take pride in supporting our families across the globe. Our team is diverse, and our entrepreneurial culture encourages personal growth and teamwork. Our careers span manufacturing, engineering, procurement, supply chain, finance, HR, product development, sales, marketing, and more, supporting our rapid growth.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Our sustainability vision is built on three pillars: products, operations, and people. These pillars are central to our growth and are supported by initiatives aligned with our ambitious goals.

Role Responsibilities

• Receive all finished products safely.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet movers.
• Maintain an organized warehouse.
• Develop, revise, and review documentation for materials activities.
• Weigh pallets and scrap as needed.
• Wrap finished products and prepare for warehouse pickup.
• Inspect finished pallets before pickup and distribute materials.

Candidate Requirements

• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and warehouse environments.
• Computer literacy.
• Minimum 1 year forklift experience.
• Minimum 1 year clamp truck experience.
• Math skills and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent safety, attendance, and performance record.
• Preferred: roll clamp experience.
• Ability to input data accurately into computer systems.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Benefits

We prioritize safety and employee well-being, offering comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Telehealth, and more. Benefits vary by location.

• Weekly pay: $21.27-$26.25.
• Benefits start the first of the month after 60 days.
• Multiple medical options, including union HMO/PPO plans and HSA.
• Dental, FSA, Life & AD&D insurance, disability, EAP, and 401(k).

Community Engagement

We support local communities through our Focused Giving Program, emphasizing sustainability and food/hunger initiatives, along with community activities where employees live and work.

Training & Development

Opportunities for advancement include skills development, education programs, and courses via Novolex University.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing