Light Equipment Operator / Box Truck

Lakeside Book Company; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Vacation time

Safety shoe reimbursement

Company-provided tools

Job summary

Phoenix Color is seeking a Cutter / Light Equipment Operator 2 in Hagerstown, MD to maintain paper flow and operate box trucks, forklifts, and pallet jacks. You will ensure timely delivery to the pressroom and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced printing environment.

Compensation ranges from $19.15 to $25.00 per hour with potential performance-based increases. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more, plus on-the-job training and OSHA forklift certification as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 30-50lbs
• Stand for up to 12 hours','Push/pull up to 1100lbs with pallet jack
• Experience operating stand up forklifts and electric pallet jacks

Responsibilities

• Operate box trucks, forklifts, and pallet jacks to maintain paper flow.
• Keep work area organized and safe while meeting production needs.
• Perform routine checks on equipment and vehicles and conduct basic maintenance.
• Ensure material is delivered to the pressroom on time and in good condition.

Skills

Forklift operation

Box truck driving

Safety-conscious

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

18249 Phoenix Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

Job Description

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.

Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.

As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.

Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.

Pay Grade: $19.15 - $25.00

Based on experience.

Potential performance based pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and during merit review.

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical (family coverage included!), Dental, Vision, 401k, and EAP.

Paid Time Off: Two weeks of paid vacation.

$100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days

Company-provided tools & Phoenix Color T-shirts

On-the-job training + OSHA forklift certification (as needed)

Dayforce Wallet > Pay ahead of pay day

Culture & Fun: Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and more!

Career Growth: Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.

Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Schedule: Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday

Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742

What You’ll Do

As our Cutter / Light Equipment Operator 2, you will:

• Maintain flow of paper in a safe and efficient manner while operating box trucks, forklifts, and pallet jacks.
• Maintain a neat and organized work environment.
• Perform checks on machine and truck and complete basic maintenance.
• Regularly check paper for product quality.
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for driving a 10ft box truck to and from converting building, maintaining inventory for the cutting department, assisting the cutters as needed, and ensure material is delivered to the pressroom in a timely manner while following all safety and quality control procedures.

What It Takes

Ability to lift up to 30-50lbs, stand for 12 hours, and push/pull up to 1100lbs with use of manual pallet jack.

Ability to work in varying weather conditions.

May be exposed to controlled, non-toxic, chemical vapors or mists.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience operating stand up forklifts and electric pallet jacks required.

1+ years’ experience driving a manually shifted 10ft box truck preferred.

Must currently have and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

What we offer

• Clean and safe work environment
• Work-life balance
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Great culture and co-workers

Learn more at www.phoenixcolor.com.

Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.