Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Packaging Corporation of America; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks motivated individuals to support its operation in Northampton, MA. In this role, you'll work as part of a team to enhance productivity while adhering to safety protocols. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma and a passion for maintaining a safe work environment, along with the physical ability to meet job demands.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Experience in packaging or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assist in manufacturing operations to increase productivity and decrease downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain shop equipment according to 5S standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Sense of urgency

Ability to handle multiple requests

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Industrial truck operation certification

Job description

Principle Accountabilities:

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Graduate or GED.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend and sit for extended hours.

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Must be willing to work any shift as well as overtime

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.

Certified industrial truck operator.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.