Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

York Container Company; York (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits after 30 days

Job summary

York Container Company in York, PA, seeks a motivated 2nd shift Forklift Operator to move products from production lines to trailers and ensure damage-free shipment. You will operate forklifts, scan with RF devices, and palletize as needed to meet customer requirements.

The role requires attention to detail, safety compliance, and the ability to pass a forklift test and background screening. Healthcare benefits start after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse setting.
• Preferred corrugated industry background.
• Must pass substance abuse screening.
• Criminal history records check required.
• Ability to meet high safety standards.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Move product from production lines to trailers.
• Load and unload products while ensuring damage-free shipping.
• Utilize RF scanners to identify and track inventory.
• Palletize and secure loads according to customer requirements.
• Report issues with loads to team lead or warehouse manager.
• Perform forklift inspections prior to operation.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Attention to detail

Team orientation

Safety compliance

Criminal background check

Substance abuse screening

Corrugated industry experience

Job description

York Container is an industry leader in the manufacture of performance-based brown box, multi-color display-ready and e-commerce corrugated packaging to some of the most well-known names in the consumer products world. We are in search of a highly-motivated, self-driven 2nd shift Forklift Operator to join our successful teams!

HEALTHCARE BENEFITS START AFTER 30 DAYS!

Job Summary:

The forklift operator is responsible for the movement of product from the production lines to the trailers. Trailers are loaded to customers requirements and as well as in ways to ensure transport of damage free product shipped to the customer.

Essential Job Functions:

• Qualified to operate equipment by passing a Forklift Test.
• Understand the Loading Summary manifest sheet for product distribution
• Utilize RF Scanning system to identify product.
• Palletize product for shipment if required. Check customer pallet requirements for type of pallet used.
• Load product to ensure damage free shipping utilizing necessary products for load stabilization.
• Must meet the quality assurance standards of the company when handling product.
• Know how to handle various unit configurations without damaging product.
• Report to Team Lead or Warehouse manager product for High Risk
• Report problems with loads to the Team Leads or Warehouse Manager for resolutions.
• Handle required paperwork for Pallet check off.
• Forklift Inspection prior to operating lift.
• Pull orders for warehouse releases.

Other Functions:

• Load and unload product from trailers
• Inventory control process
• Tag out of defective equipment

In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible. The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Preferred prior work experience in the corrugated industry
• Experience as a forklift operator
• High degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of company equipment and in the prevention of damage to materials and equipment
• Pass substance abuse screening according to company policy
• Desire to be a part of a winning team, matching work ethic and energy level
• Successfully pass a Criminal History Records Check
• Maintain Qualifications as a lift operator as required by law.

Machines/Tools/Equipment:

• Forklifts
• Hand Banders
• Computers
• Scanners

Safety:

Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training.

Environment:

. Hot and cold conditions may be present as ability to control the temperature is limited. Warehouse/Shipping are impacted by the seasons and weather. Dust, dirt, and some odors, chemicals and solvents may be present in the workplace. Varied ranges of loud noise requiring hearing protection are present, so must be able to use ear plugs or muffs for protection. Bright to dim lighting situations are present. No sitting except on assigned break periods which are provided.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

We strive to create and maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or any other legally protected status.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job.

York Container participates in E-Verify.