Forklift Operator

Novolex; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Novolex in Monroe, GA, is seeking a Forklift Operator for the C shift (7:00pm–7:00am). Starting pay is $19.50/hour with a $0.75/hour shift differential. You will operate forklift and clamp lift, read barcodes, and support material movement with strict safety practices.

Responsibilities include cycle counting, inventory support, recycling, repack and housekeeping. Candidates should have at least 1 year forklift experience and must obtain forklift certification within 90 days, with English

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse/logistics environment.
• Must complete forklift certification within 90 days of placement.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics.
• Able to communicate in English, both spoken and written.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.
• Required Lockout/Tag Out and Forklift Operation certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, clamp lift, barcode readers and safety equipment.
• Receive and understand material movement orders.
• Cycle counting support.
• Physical inventory support.
• Recycle support.
• Repack boxes, stencil/re-label boxes, stretch wrap product, hand stack product.
• Housekeeping duties; inventory consolidation; material reclaim and scrap.

Skills

Forklift experience

Fast-paced warehouse environment

Forklift certification

Basic math

English communication

Self-directed

Tools

Lockout/Tag Out certification

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Forklift Operator

Monroe, GA

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $19.50/hour
  • Additional $0.75/hr shift differential

Available Shift

• C Shift:7:00pm - 7:00am, Monday - Thursday

Responsibilities

• Including forklift, clamp lift, barcode readers and safety equipment
• Receive and understand material movement orders
• Cycle counting support
• Physical inventory support
• Recycle support
• Repack boxes, stencil/re-label boxes, stretch wrap product, hand stack product
• Housekeeping Duties; inventory consolidation; material reclaim and scrap

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year recent forklift experience preferred
• Must have proven experience working in a fast-paced Warehouse/Logistics environment
• Must successfully complete forklift certification program; complete certification manual within 90 days of placement
• Basic knowledge of mathematics
• Must have the basic ability to communicate, orally and written, in the English language
• Must be self-directed and can work with little supervision
• Will be required to be certified in Lockout/Tag Out and Forklift Operation upon assignment

Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen