Lift Truck Operator Associate

Pactiv Evergreen Inc; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lift Truck Operator Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring efficient operations. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork. You'll be responsible for processing shipments, coordinating logistics, and maintaining inventory accuracy. With a competitive starting pay and a range of benefits, this role is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive atmosphere. If you're self-motivated and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

New Hire Wellness Bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts

Corporate Discounts

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience operating lift trucks or forklifts.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process inbound and outbound shipments from the plant to the warehouse.
• Coordinate with drivers for inbound and outbound loads.
• Assist with inventory processes and cycle counts.

Skills

Lift Truck Operation

Forklift Operation

Clerical Processing

SAP Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Do you have at least one year of experience operating lift trucks, forklifts, reach or clamp trucks? Are you interested in working in a growing environment? If so, this is a perfect opportunity for you.

Shift: 3rd Shift, 10:45 pm - 7:15 am

Schedule: 2 days on, 2 days off, every other weekend

Starting Pay Rate: $20.25/hour plus $1.00 shift premium

Position: Lift Truck Operator Associate

Benefits:

• Medical (Comprehensive PPO, two HRA plans, and an HSA plan)
• Dental (basic and comprehensive coverage)
• Vision (basic and premium coverage)
• Prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) with 6% company match (eligible from day one, with immediate 100% vesting)
• New Hire Wellness Bonus
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Livongo diabetes program
• Corporate discounts

Our social responsibility platform includes a robust, employee-led Give Back program, featuring a matching gifts plan, community grants, and an annual Month of Action campaign. These initiatives empower employees to give back to their communities and support important non-profits, aligning with our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

This position involves clerical processing of inbound and outbound shipments from the plant to the warehouse. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, works well independently, and collaborates effectively in a team.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Provide versatile coverage at the plant, including vacation coverage for the SAP Coordinator and Warehouse Lead
• Schedule shipments to maintain minimal finished goods inventory while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Plan and control material flow to meet JIT requirements with receiving locations
• Coordinate with spotter drivers for inbound and outbound loads
• Maintain shipping rules
• Update databases and perform SAP inventory transactions
• Conduct daily cycle counts
• Assist with incoming flake receipts with the warehouse lead
• Coordinate trailer movements with the Logistics Lead
• Assist in month-end inventory processes
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Participate in safety programs

Qualifications

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products, as well as fresh beverage cartons in North America and international markets. The company supplies a broad and diversified customer base, including restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery stores, food producers, and more. For more information, visit pactivevergreen.com.

Located 50 miles south of Chicago near the Indiana border, Manteno is a village in Kankakee County, Illinois, with a population of 9,204 (2010 Census). It is part of the Kankakee-Bourbonnais-Bradley Metropolitan Area.

Established in 1988, this site spans over 13 acres, manufactures OPS, HIPS, and MFPP sheets, and employs approximately 110 staff. The operation runs 24/7, producing approximately 98 million pounds of sheet annually.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. For accommodations, contact [phone] or email [e-mail].

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen maintains a drug-free workplace. Candidates will undergo drug testing (excluding THC/marijuana/cannabis unless legally required) and background checks upon offer. Post-hire drug and alcohol testing will also be conducted as per company policies.