Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Elk Grove Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,485 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

A leading packaging company is hiring a Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Elk Grove Township, Illinois. This position entails operating forklifts safely, handling materials efficiently, and following safety protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid lift truck license. Competitive pay ranges from $18.50 to $22 per hour based on experience and skills, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Lift truck license required.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.

Responsibilities

• Reads work orders to ascertain materials to be moved.
• Demonstrates safe operation of a lift truck.
• Moves materials to designated areas.
• Completes shipping/receiving documentation.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Ability to follow instructions

Safety procedures knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lift truck license

Job description

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Job Description

• Reads work orders or follows instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Can demonstrate the safe operation of a lift truck and possess a valid tow motor license.
• Moves materials from storage or work site to designated area.
• Follows good housekeeping, and raw materials/supplies are placed properly on pallets. Straps removed as needed.
• Stacks finished product neatly in the warehouse with no damage and ensures good housekeeping practices as directed by the warehouse lead shippers.
• Empties trash cans and dumpsters daily in respective departments.
• Ensures that all forklift PM and battery change logs are filled out daily and that the equipment is in proper working condition.
• Inspects the inside of truck trailers to ensure no damage or contamination prior to loading.
• Pulls product and loads trailers for shipment per shipping requirement.
• Completes Shipping /Receiving Documentation where required.
• Participates in the segregation and identification of non-conforming product.
• Works with line personnel to ensure smooth flow of finished product.
• Relieves personnel for breaks as required.
• Covers opposite-shift vacations.
• Keeps informed of the latest OSHA and related safety procedures for the proper operation of the forklift.
• Follows all known safety procedures for the safe handling of batteries during changes and charging.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures and observes the operations to insure a safe environment.
• Upholds Site and Corporate Environmental Policies by following all Environmental Policies, Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance to meet the expectation of our customers.
• Understands and follows Hazard Materials Regulations 49CFR Part172.704 (a)(1) – general awareness/familiarization training, (a)(3) – safety training, and (a)(4) – security awareness training.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Lift truck license required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and convey instructions or information.
• Ability to add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide fractions.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and size.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 35 pounds.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• To be capable of productivity in a diverse range of environments.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• To be able to work in a team setting.

Benefits

Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

Salary

The pay range is $18.50 – $22/hour. Exact salary offered will depend on candidate’s experience, work location, skills, etc.

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development? Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward‑looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.