Forklift Operator - B Shift

Consolidated Container Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with Company Contribution

Holiday/Vacation Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Training Opportunities

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to operate a forklift to stack and retrieve materials while following Good Manufacturing Practices.

You will load and unload, monitor material usage, and maintain a safe, clean work area on the night shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) with overtime as needed. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years forklift experience, and OSHA certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years' experience driving forklift.
• Ability to navigate and understand basic computer programs.
• Basic English and math knowledge.
• Must meet deadlines in fast-paced environment; overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load trucks and secure products per customer requirements.
• Load and unload materials onto/off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
• Monitor material usage and supply production lines with raw materials.
• Receive, store and distribute raw materials and supplies to designated areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area, ramp, dock and compactor area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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)

Altium Packaging is one of the largest plastic container companies and suppliers of rigid plastic packaging. We specialize in customized mid- and short-run packaging solutions and serve a diverse customer base in the pharmaceutical, dairy, household chemicals, food/nutraceuticals, industrial/specialty chemicals, water, and beverage/juice segments. We are currently seeking an experienced, reliable Forklift Driver for our Phoenix, AZ location.

As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating a forklift truck to stack and retrieve supplies and materials, as well as following our company's Good Manufacturing Practices.

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.

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us! We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers. Our Guiding Principles Act with Integrity & in Compliance Drive Value Creation Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs 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.

Take your career to the next level at Altium Packaging! We are the National Leader in a Stable, Growing Industry! Altium Packaging is a leading developer and manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging solutions in North America. We serve a diverse customer base in the dairy, household chemicals, food/nutraceuticals, industrial/specialty chemicals, water, pharmaceuticals, and beverage/juice segments. With a network of more than 70 rigid plastic packaging manufacturing facilities, two recycled resins facilities, and 4,000 employees, Altium Packaging has an integrated network that consistently delivers reliable and cost-effective packaging and recycled resin solutions to meet the needs of a wide range of customers. From its state-of-the art Studio PKG™, to the recycling technologies of Envision Plastics, to its experienced manufacturing teams across its network, Altium Packaging delivers high performance, cost-effective solutions.