Material Handler (Fork Lift Operator/ Driver) - 3rd Shift

GLT Packaging; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging industry is seeking a Material Handler for the 3rd shift in Grand Rapids. The role involves operating forklifts, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining a safe work environment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, attention to detail, and the ability to lift weights, ensuring effective logistical support in a busy manufacturing setting.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Able to follow instructions for operating equipment.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Transport material to and from designated areas inside the facility.
• Load and unload material from vehicles.
• Perform daily equipment checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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• Obtain copy of production schedule or shipping schedule and transport material to and from designated areas inside facility
• Loading and unloading material from vehicles such as trailers, straight trucks, and vans
• Moving material around storage facility
• Stacking material in correct storage bays and following inventory control instructions
• Checking loads are secure
• Stacking empty pallets
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging truck’s battery and cleaning equipment
• Reporting issues to direct supervisor
  
  

Job Description

Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts

Responsibilities:

• Obtain copy of production schedule or shipping schedule and transport material to and from designated areas inside facility
• Loading and unloading material from vehicles such as trailers, straight trucks, and vans
• Moving material around storage facility
• Stacking material in correct storage bays and following inventory control instructions
• Checking loads are secure
• Stacking empty pallets
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging truck’s battery and cleaning equipment
• Reporting issues to direct supervisor
  
  

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Good language and reading skills: basic computer skills may be required
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others: promote safe working environment
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records
• Complete assignments in an accurate, timely, and safe manner
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure
• Occasionally lifting of up to 50 lbs. required
  
  

Job Type: Full -Time

Benefits:

Health

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Company Description

Located in West Michigan, GLT Packaging is a corrugated sheet plant that specializes in crafting high quality packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries. Serving the food/beverage, health care, automotive, marine, and light industrial sectors, we pride ourselves on precision manufacturing and reliable service. Our innovative approach ensures that each product meets the unique need of our customers, delivering durability and protection for their goods.

Located in West Michigan, GLT Packaging is a corrugated sheet plant that specializes in crafting high quality packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries. Serving the food/beverage, health care, automotive, marine, and light industrial sectors, we pride ourselves on precision manufacturing and reliable service. Our innovative approach ensures that each product meets the unique need of our customers, delivering durability and protection for their goods.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging & Containers

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