Line Operator

Old World Industries, LLC.; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-matching 401(k)

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Company-paid identity theft insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Health savings accounts and disability

Job summary

Old World Industries, LLC. is seeking a skilled forklift operator to load, unload, and blend products, manage packaging areas, and supervise temporary workers during large projects at our Prattville, AL facility.

The role emphasizes safety, 6S methodology, and strong teamwork, with responsibilities including inventory control, quality checks, and coordinating with supervisors to implement continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be a certified forklift operator.
• Proficient PC skills, including MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience leading and managing others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to handle group and individual work assignments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of written instructions and ability to complete assignments efficiently.
• Good judgment and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate packaging component rework and disposition of damaged items.
• Lead packaging quarantine area and recovery team.
• Monitor inventory and disposition of non-conforming items.
• Transport product to quarantine area for disposal.
• Drive forklift or assist forklift drivers as needed.
• Sort product to minimize salvage.
• Support continuous improvement activities with supervisors.
• Oversee temporary workers during large-scale dumping or rework.

Skills

Forklift operation

Leadership

Communication

MS Word/Excel

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Judgment/Decision making

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Purpose:

Loading, unloading, and blending of products in a safe and efficient manner. Controlling quality and storage of liquid products to and from tanks, railcar, and trucks. Coordinates operational procedures, packaging, and supervision of bulk materials.

Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and perform rework or disposition of packaging componentry, such as bottles and cartons, that are damaged or otherwise non-conforming.
• Manage overall packaging quarantine area and lead recovery team in handling and disposition of such items.
• Monitor inventory and assist with disposition of damaged or nonconforming items, such as leaking bottles or other non-saleable products.
• Transport product to packaging quarantine area for disposal.
• Drive forklift or assist forklift drivers as needed.
• Sort product to minimize accumulation of salvage.
• Work with supervisors to prioritize and implement continuous improvement activities.
• Lead and oversee teams of temporary workers during large-scale dumping or rework of finished good projects.
• Maintain an open relationship with supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
• Adhere to established company values and procedures.
• Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety standards including 6S methodology.

Education, Skills and Abilities:

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Must be a certified forklift operator
• Proficient PC skills, including MS Word and MS Excel
• Experience leading and managing others
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers
• Ability to effectively handle group and individual work assignments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of written instructions and ability to complete assignments efficiently.
• Good judgment and decision making.

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid identity theft insurance
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World's brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.