Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Altium Packaging; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with Company Contribution

Holiday/Vacation Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Training Opportunities

Overtime may be required

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Phoenix is seeking a Forklift Operator for a 12-hour B shift (7p-7:30a) and the night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM). Base pay is $20.50/hr plus a $1.00/hr shift premium.

You will load/unload materials, operate a forklift, and ensure a clean, safe work area in a fast-paced plant environment. Requirements include 3–5 years forklift experience, a High School diploma or GED, OSHA forklift certification, and the ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years forklift driving experience.
• Ability to navigate basic computer programs.
• Possess basic knowledge of English and math.
• Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load trucks and secure products.
• Load and unload materials onto pallets and lifting devices.
• Monitor material usage and supply production lines with raw materials.
• Receive, store and distribute raw materials to staging areas.
• Visually inspect materials and report quality discrepancies.
• Inventory products as needed.
• Transport scrapped materials to the grinder area.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area, ramp, dock and compactor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

Location Address

4239 N 39th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85019

Work Shift

12hr - B Shift 7p-7:30a Phoenix (United States of America)
Night Shift: 7:00PM – 7:30AM
Pay Rate: $20.50/hr. (base pay rate) + $1.00/hr. (shift premium)

Essential Functions

• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies
• Operate forklift to load trucks and secure products in accordance with customer requirements
• Load and unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting device
• Monitor material usage on work floor and supply production lines with raw materials
• Receive, store and distribute raw materials and supplies to designated staging areas
• Visually inspect materials and report discrepancies in quality
• Inventory product as needed.
• Transport scrapped materials from production line to the grinder area
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area, ramp, dock and compactor area

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• 3-5 years' experience driving forklift
• Ability to navigate and understand basic computer programs
• Possess basic knowledge of English and math
• Must be able to meet deadlines and maintain a balance between multiple projects; fast-paced environment; and stressful circumstances
• Ability to work overtime

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations

• Current OSHA forklift driving certification

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Holiday/Vacation Pay
• 401K with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning & Training Opportunities
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas.

For more information on Altium Packaging, please visit our website at www.altiumpkg.com

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Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
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• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource – Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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