Forklift Operator

Packaging Corporation of America; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking a forklift operator to operate a forklift safely, wrap materials when required, and maintain organized stock in the warehouse. The role includes documenting materials unloaded and coordinating counts for production and shipments.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ months forklift experience, be able to work overtime on short notice, and possess a PCA forklift license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6+ months forklift experience preferred.
• Willingness to overtime on short notice, including weekends.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing setting with varying temperatures and around machinery.
• Must obtain and maintain PCA forklift license.
• U.S. work authorization is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operate wrapping equipment as needed.
• Keep stock and materials organized and orderly.
• Document materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Pull jobs for production and manage inbound forms, inventory tags and counts.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operates wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Documents materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Responsible for pulling job for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
• Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.
• Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, also including reporting any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of forklift to supervisor and/or maintenance.
• Alert to any obvious defects of incoming material.
• Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED.
• 6+ month's prior experience operating a forklift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
• Ability to obtain and maintain PCA certified forklift license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, effectively communicating with members.