Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation in Reading, PA, is seeking an entry-level forklift operator to support shipping and receiving teams. The role requires operating a forklift safely, handling wrapping equipment, and maintaining orderly stock.

You will document materials received and moved, and assist with production packaging and warehouse organization. Candidates should have at least 6 months forklift experience, be able to work overtime on short notice, and hold a PCA forklift license or be able to obtain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6+ months forklift experience.
• Ability to obtain PCA certified forklift license.
• Overtime availability on short notice.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operate wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keep stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Document materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Pull jobs for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
• Assist other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance workload and organize warehouses.
• Follow safety rules and report any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of forklift to supervisor/maintenance.
• Other duties and changes may be assigned at any time.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

PCA forklift license

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 fork lift 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+ months 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.