Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Sandston (VA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Paid holidays from day one

Insurance benefits and wellness Reimb.

Paid vacation days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pratt Industries in the United States is seeking a Warehouse/Fulfillment Associate to support loading and moving product along the production line. You will check load tags, load products into trailers, and move inventory to and from machines.

The role requires safe operation of a forklift, accurate scanning and inventory control, strong communication, and the ability to follow production schedules. Pratt offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed powered industrial truck operator.
• Able to operate a lift truck safely with minimal product damage.
• Able to read and follow production schedules.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Follow and help ensure safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment.
• Be vigilant and maintain a safe, clean work area.
• Feed machines and utilize scanners.
• Ensure orders produced move to the next operation and manage inventories.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Within 1 Month : Eligible for insurance benefits

At 3 Months : 401k with partial match

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Job Description

Overview:

• Receives product off the main banding line.
• Checks load tags and either loads the product into the specified trailer(s), or moves product into inventory.
• Moves product from inventory to machines.
• Completes the required paper work.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow and help to ensure that fellow workers adhere to all applicable safe work policies & procedures.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment.
• Be constantly vigilant and maintain a safe & clean work area.
• Help feed machines.
• Utilize scanners and ensure inventories are kept accurate.
• Ensure that all orders produced are moved to the next operation.
• Handle product to minimize damage.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed powered industrial truck operator
• Must be able to operate a lift truck safely with minimal product damage
• Must be able to accurately scan load tags and maintain accurate inventories
• Must be able to read and follow production schedules

Required Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Problem solving and critical thinking

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred , not required.

Physical Demands:

• The employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work space is not climate controlled and can reach both hot and cold extremes (30 degrees – 110 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Why Choose Us?
At Pratt Industries, we care about our employees by providing secure jobs, a safe work environment, and many supportive benefits. By investing in employees, we are able to offer growth opportunities to build a thriving, lifelong career.

Perks of Pratt?

Monthly Incentive Opportunities
Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
3 Months: 401(k) with match
6 Months: PAID vacation days
12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave

EEOC Statement

Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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