Forklift Operator & Materials Handler — 12-Hour Day Shift

Graham Packaging Company; Hazleton (Luzerne County); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Graham Packaging Company in West Hazleton, PA is seeking a Forklift Operator/Material Handler to support production and warehouse operations. You will move pallets, load and unload materials, and ensure accurate inventory flow on 12-hour day shifts (6:30am–7:00pm).

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork. Candidates should have at least 1 year forklift experience and be able to communicate clearly, work under pressure, and maintain accurate records as part of a busy operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks.
• Collaborates effectively with others to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move pallets of finished product and raw materials.
• Support production lines by supplying materials and removing finished goods.
• Record material usage and production quantities accurately.
• Assist in housekeeping and maintain compliant safety practices.
• Participate in physical inventory and communicate shift totals.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attendance

Communication

Work under pressure

Independence

Teamwork

Job description

Graham Packaging Company in West Hazleton, PA is seeking a Forklift Operator/Material Handler to support production and warehouse operations. You will move pallets, load and unload materials, and ensure accurate inventory flow on 12-hour day shifts (6:30am–7:00pm).

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork. Candidates should have at least 1 year forklift experience and be able to communicate clearly, work under pressure, and maintain accurate records as part of a busy operation.