Forklift Operator - 12-hour NIGHT shift (Stand-Up & Sit-Down Experience Required)

ProAmpac; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 53,038,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac in Middletown, OH is seeking a Warehouse Associate I to operate a forklift, move and store materials, and support accurate inventory. The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Shift is 12 hours with a 2-2-3-2 rotation; pay starts at $18.50/hour with a $1.10 premium for night shift based on experience. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and forklift experience.

Qualifications

• Must have forklift experience; 1 year preferred.
• Detail oriented with good organization and time management.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to priorities.
• Willing to train in other areas of the plant.
• Overtime on short notice including weekends/evenings/holidays may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move, put-away, relocate, and stack materials safely and accurately.
• Read work orders and determine items to be moved or picked.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and proper put-away and storage of Finished Goods/Raw Materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and follow safety policies.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate I

Shift: 12-hour shift (2-2-3-2 rotation)

Pay: $18.50 and above, based on relevant experience. Night shift receives an additional $1.10 shift premium.

Location: Middletown, OH

Job Summary

The warehouse associate will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, put-away, relocate, stack in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Warehouse Associates will conduct themselves in an appropriate and professional manner at all times with all employees and outside services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Experience working in a warehouse environment (Order selecting, picking, product storage, product staging)
• Working with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically, etc.
• Working in a team environment, joint problem solving
• Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members
• Read production work orders, customer orders, purchase orders to determine items to be moved or picked
• Operate forklift safely observing all safety rules, utilizing horn, and maintaining proper speeds
• Follow the directions of Supervision/Leads
• Able to prioritize tasks and displays a sense of urgency
• Ensure all raw materials are received in utilizing ERP system, validating receipt against packing slip. Placarding each skid and put away into storage location
• Ensure all stock is rotated in accordance to FIFO (First In/First Out) procedure
• Ensure that all partial items are combined, counted, and marked properly
• Ensure inventory accuracy by properly completing put-away, storage & handling of Finished Goods/Raw Materials
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse
• Preferred experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Must possess either a High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications

• Must have previous forklift experience (1 year experience preferred)
• Satisfactory completion of internal forklift training program
• Detail oriented with good organization and time management skills
• Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to train in other areas of the plant
• Must be available to work overtime on short notice which may include weekend, evening, or holiday hours

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• None

Skills/Competencies

• Must be capable of performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division calculations.

Physical Demands

• Forklift/Mechanical equipment operation - 95% of the workday
• Requires frequent of sitting, walking, and standing
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Work Environment

• Environment is typical of a manufacturing area; hearing protection is required due to the high noise level.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures depending on the season and area; limited temperature regulation is available.
• Presence of complex machinery and equipment; requires awareness of moving parts and operational hazards.