Forklift Operator

Kappaalphapsi1911; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator I to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating forklifts and other equipment to ensure efficient warehouse operations, including prepping shipments and maintaining organization. The company values a positive team culture and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive PTO and profit sharing. If you're a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for learning, this opportunity could be your next career step. Join a workplace that believes in the potential of its employees and encourages growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive PTO

Profit Sharing

401(k) with Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse and forklift operator experience strongly preferred.
• Must pass the Company Forklift Certification program.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and other equipment safely and professionally.
• Organize and prepare customer orders with high accuracy.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP System

Forklift

Hand Truck

Pallet Jack

Job description

Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we grow 5x faster than the overall packaging industry.

Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.

Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth.

Now you understand why since 1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry!

Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking a Forklift Operator I, who is responsible for prepping shipments, loading, and unloading product, and supporting general warehouse operations using warehouse equipment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Operate forklift, hand truck / warehouse carts, pallet jack, and/or other equipment in a professional and safe manner
• Organize and prepare customer orders with a high degree of quality and accuracy
• Transfer supplies from department to department to meet production or shipping demand
• Properly store and label all materials and finished product
• May prepare billing processes and paperwork for warehouse and drop ship orders
• May be required to record transactions via computer in ERP system
• Perform cycle counting as required
• Notify leadership of non-compliant ware
• Responsible for keeping the warehouse clean and organized to cGMP standards
• Comply with all ISO standards
• Support company and branch metrics
• Fulfill the employee portion of the Berlin Values
• Other tasks as required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Prior warehouse and forklift operator experience strongly preferred.
• Required to take and pass the Company Forklift Certification program, which ensures you will be able to operate a forklift in accordance with Berlin Packaging’s safety guidelines. Failure to pass the exam results in the Company ending your employment.
• Ability to complete tasks and solve problems with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to learn.
• Has a positive attitude and contributes to a positive team culture.
• Self-motivated; reliable, with strong initiative and results orientation.
• Model safe work practices.
• Basic computer skills.

Working Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to frequently lift/move boxes weighing up to 20lbs and occasionally lift/move boxes and/or pallets up to 45lbs through warehouse.

Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
• 1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance including dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
• Vision insurance options
• Paid parental leave for up to 12-weeks
• Health club reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 529 college savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
• Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
• Employee referral program
• Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
• Company sponsored short- and long-term disability

At Berlin Packaging, we look at candidates’ skills but hire based on traits. We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are thirsty for knowledge and enthusiastic to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Berlin Packaging provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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