Material Handler/Forklift Driver - 2nd Shift - $20.60/hour - Recycling Plant

Graham Packaging Company; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham Packaging is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator based in York, PA at our Recycling Plant for 2nd shift (2:48 PM – 11:00 PM, Mon–Fri). The starting pay is $20.60/hour plus $2.00/hour shift differential, with weekly pay and benefits from day one.

Responsibilities include load materials, manage inventory, unload trucks, store materials, and keep the workspace clean. Minimum 1 year forklift experience preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Responsibilities

• Load production lines, as instructed by the production supervisor with appropriate raw materials.
• Maintain current and correct raw material inventory.
• Unload raw materials from trailers, fill out unload sheets to ensure proper raw materials count. Calculate raw materials weight per bale, and fill out contamination report on unloaded raw material.
• Dump and bale hoppers of sorted raw materials.
• Dump hoppers of contamination in the trash compactor.
• Remove bulk boxes of aluminum cans from line, put lid on box, and store box in appropriate row in the warehouse in a neat, orderly manner.
• Remove hoppers of scrap metal from lines, and dump in the appropriate metal bin in the yard.
• Remove chipper wire hopper from underneath the wire chipper; dump in the appropriate metal bin in the yard.
• Remove finished goods from production lines, and store in the appropriate rows in the warehouse in a neat, orderly manner.
• Receive parts and supplies and store in designated areas. Secure packing slips for receiving and properly complete all necessary paperwork.
• Keep work area clean.
• Train fellow employees as requested.

Skills

Regular attendance

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Collaboration

Job description

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do-together to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Material Handler / Forklift Operator based in York, PA at our Recycling Plant. This opening is for 2nd shift, which operates during the hours of 2:48 PM to 11:00 PM Monday through Friday.

The starting pay for this position is $20.60/hour, plus $2.00/hour for shift differential.

Weekly Pay and Benefits Effective Day One and Vacation after 90-days!

Responsibilities

Material Handlers work under general supervision, work safely, provide the highest quality, defect free product to our customer as well as meet all the requirements of a Material Handler. The primary duties of a Material Handler/Forklift Operator include:

• Load production lines, as instructed by the production supervisor with appropriate raw materials.
• Maintain current and correct raw material inventory.
• Unload raw materials from trailers, fill out unload sheets to ensure proper raw materials count. Calculate raw materials weight per bale, and fill out contamination report on unloaded raw material.
• Dump and bale hoppers of sorted raw materials.
• Dump hoppers of contamination in the trash compactor.
• Remove bulk boxes of aluminum cans from line, put lid on box, and store box in appropriate row in the warehouse in a neat, orderly manner.
• Remove hoppers of scrap metal from lines, and dump in the appropriate metal bin in the yard.
• Remove chipper wire hopper from underneath the wire chipper; dump in the appropriate metal bin in the yard.
• Remove finished goods from production lines, and store in the appropriate rows in the warehouse in a neat, orderly manner.
• Receive parts and supplies and store in designated areas. Secure packing slips for receiving and properly complete all necessary paperwork.
• Keep work area clean.
• Train fellow employees as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred.

Material Handlers are required to interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.