Forklift Operator

Pactiv Evergreen Inc; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing company as a Forklift Operator in Covington! This role offers direct hire opportunities with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401(K) plan with a generous company match. You'll be responsible for operating forklifts and ensuring the efficient transfer of goods in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to safety and teamwork, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the food and beverage packaging industry. Enjoy a supportive workplace that values diversity and inclusion, and take advantage of educational assistance and a rewarding employee discount program.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(K) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Well-being Reward Program

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Understanding of safety standards and compliance in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate warehouse equipment to transfer goods accurately.
• Load and unload trucks while maintaining safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Warehouse Equipment Handling

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Clamp Truck

Job description

Overview

Warehouse LTO | Covington | HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Forklift Operators –Direct Hire, Company Benefits, Growing Company!

Now Offering a $500 referral bonus.

Paying up to $17.30

Available Shifts:

7AM - 7PM 223 COP Schedule

Schedule:

Week 1: Monday(work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work) 48 hours

Week 2:Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) 36 hours

Week 3: Monday(work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work) 48 hours

Week 4: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) 36 hours and so on

This is a forklift position for Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

Benefits:

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
• Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee well-being reward program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)

Responsibilities

This position is for Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

Essential Job Duties

• Operate all warehouse equipment required to transfer finished goods and other products to the appropriate areas. All warehouse equipment includes, but is not limited to, forklift, and clamp truck.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently in accordance with department standards.
• Moving and transferring materials and finished goods in a high volume production environment.
• Support WMS functions as related to inventory and load management (IE. Pick list, PGI).
• Check accuracy of finished product count, product ID, order destination and carrier ID before loading any vehicle and accurately complete all required paperwork
• Load in/outbound finished goods using PIC sheet or direct load function on forklift.
• All transferring must be performed with a high degree of accuracy and accountability and in accordance with the established standard processes and procedures.
• Follow all Critical Safety Rules, Standards of Conduct, and plant and company practices, procedures, policies, standard work practices, truck and railcar health and safety rules, including the attendance policy.
• Maintain work area in an organized, safe and clean manner
• All duties performed with focus on safety.
• Know locations of and how to operate emergency stop buttons and fire extinguishers.
• Complete forklift checklist which includes daily inspection of forklifts.
• Show ability to change the forklift propane tank as needed.
• The job responsibilities in this position description are not all inclusive; other duties may be assigned as needed.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Will be exposed to hot temperatures during summer months and cold temperatures during the winter months.
• There may be some exposure to dust inside warehouse, exposure to machine noises.
• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Frequent: Sitting, kneel/crawl/bend: stair climbing, carrying: 0-40 lbs for 5-10 feet, out-reaching, standing, walking
• Occasional: Stoop/Squat, Ladder/Steps Climbing, Bend/Twist
• Repetitive Use of: Wrist, Hands, Fingers, Shoulder, Elbow, Hip, Ankles, Head, Neck.

Qualifications

Pactiv Evergreen Inc., the new powerhouse within the food and beverage packaging industry was formed in September 2020 following the merger of two great organizations; Pactiv LLC, the leading manufacturer of food and beverage packaging solutions in North America, and Evergreen Packaging LLC, the global leader in paper packaging solutions to include fresh beverage cartons. Together, we are Pactiv Evergreen Inc., the largest manufacturer of foodservice, food merchandising and fresh beverage cartons in North America, with market leading positions across a broad range of products in an essential industry. For more information, check us out online at www.pactivevergreen.com.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, pleasecall [phone] or email [e-mail].

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.