Forklift Operator- 3rd Shift

Green Bay Packaging; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging is seeking a forklift operator at our Wisconsin facility in Fort Atkinson. You will load and unload materials, move them to and from storage areas, and support production by ensuring supplies reach machines on schedule.

You will perform daily forklift checks, follow safety procedures per OSHA guidelines, maintain records, and help keep the warehouse organized. Competitive wage with comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, language and reading skills.
• Forklift certification per OSHA standards.
• Clean driving record; valid driver's license may be required.
• May be required to use an RF scanner gun.
• Follow instructions; maintain safety.
• Attention to safety; risk awareness.
• Good record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Transports materials to and from designated areas in the facility.
• Loads and unloads goods from vehicles.
• Moves pallets and stock to storage bays.
• Performs daily forklift checks per OSHA guidelines.
• Ensures loads are secure and records are kept.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

RF scanner

Forklift cert

Safety awareness

Record-keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner gun

OSHA forklift standards

Job description

Position Overview

Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities.

Responsibilities

• Obtains copy of production schedule or shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility.
• Provide raw or WHIP stock to production machines per the production schedule.
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles.
• Moving goods packed on pallets or slip sheets around the storage facility.
• Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions.
• Checking loads are secure.
• Stacking empty pallets.
• Performing daily equipment checks on the Forklifts, per OSHA guidelines.
• Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines.
• Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Dumping materials into machine hoppers.
• Any other job duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required.
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner.
• Maintain a clean & safe environment.
• May be required to use an RF scanner gun.
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator's license may be required.
• Forklift certification per OSHA standards.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, and company matching 401(k). Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.

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