Forklift Operator — Fast-Paced Warehouse & 401(k) Benefits

Packaging Corporation of America; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, AD&D, and disability coverage

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is hiring a forklift operator in Reading, PA. The role requires operating a forklift safely, wrapping equipment as needed, and keeping materials organized for production and delivery.

You will support warehouse teams, adhere to safety rules, and participate in general cleanup and process improvements. The position offers overtime on short notice, benefits enrollment within 30 days, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years’ experience operating a forklift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and around machinery.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operate wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keep stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Document materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Pull jobs for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
• Assist other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.
• Follow rules and procedures relative to safe and efficient forklift operation and report any defective parts.
• Adhere to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is hiring a forklift operator in Reading, PA. The role requires operating a forklift safely, wrapping equipment as needed, and keeping materials organized for production and delivery.

You will support warehouse teams, adhere to safety rules, and participate in general cleanup and process improvements. The position offers overtime on short notice, benefits enrollment within 30 days, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.