Forklift Operator at Pretium Packaging Illinois

Shell Lubricants Hub Hamburg; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Pretium Packaging is looking for a Forklift Driver in Calumet City, Illinois. This full-time position involves safely moving goods within our facility, ensuring efficient loading and unloading procedures. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative work environment. Join us at Pretium Packaging, where we prioritize innovation and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to deal with problems involving standardized situations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers; move and dock trailers for loading.
• Check and track inventories to ensure materials are on hand.
• Monitor finished goods and raw materials for damage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forklift Operator job at Pretium Packaging. Illinois.

Who We Are

Pretium Packaging is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers while ensuring exceptional customer service at every interaction. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products; we also prioritize creating a positive and collaborative work environment that empowers our employees to thrive. By fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, we aim to drive success for our clients and contribute to sustainable practices in the packaging industry.

Forklift Driver

We are hiring for a Forklift Driver to join our team. As a Forklift Driver you will ensure the safe and efficient movement of goods and materials within our facility.

Essential Functions

• Load and unload trailers; move and dock trailers for loading.
• Set up trailers for customer delivery.
• Audit areas of warehouse to insure proper placement of materials.
• Check and track inventories to be sure materials are on hand.
• Participate in physical count for monthly and yearly inventory.
• Keep warehouse clean and free of debris.
• Inspect trailers (leaks, dirt, etc.).
• Handle UPS and FedEx shipments.
• Monitor finished goods and raw materials for damage; report and repair as needed.
• Matches receivables to purchase orders including all UPS.
• Preforms other related duties and special projects.

Marginal Functions

• Attend safety committee meetings.
• Perform warehouse maintenance tasks (sealing floor, redo aisles, row numbers).

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required. May entail up to 6 months on-the-job experience in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Perform the basic functions of arithmetic; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to deal with problems involving standardized situations.

What We Offer

• Full-Time, Direct Hire Position
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative work environment with a diverse team of professionals.

Physical / Visual Activities or Demands

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, reaching, grasping, talking, and hearing.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more with peripheral vision and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judge distance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Medium work – exert up to 15 pounds of force continuously and up to 40 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Work Conditions

Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Physical conditions include close proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to noise and dust. Occasional exposure to weather (moving trailers). This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. "Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate. All Activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk, which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s). Equal Opportunity Employer

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