Power Industrial Driver

Novolex; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Novolex in Jackson, TN is hiring a Forklift Driver to move products from production to warehouse and load/unload trucks and railcars. The role requires operating a power industrial truck (electric or propane) and maintaining safe, efficient material handling in a manufacturing setting.

The position expects 1–2 years forklift experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and preferably a CDL certification. Weekend work and overtime are often required, with comprehensive benefits and training programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL Certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of Forklift experience.
• 2 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to complete OSHA Forklift Training/Refresher training.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers with finished product to ship to customers.
• Unload railcars.
• Transfer product within the facility.
• Store/stack finished product in racks.
• Transfer rolls of paper from warehouse to production floor.
• Follow GMP and HACCP programs to ensure product safety.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift Experience

High School Diploma

2 Years Manufacturing

Work Weekends

Good Communication

Basic Math

OSHA Forklift Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Certification

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Forklift Driver

Jackson, TN

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $22/hour

Overview

Using a Power Industrial Truck, either electric or propane, this position is responsible for moving product from the production line to the warehouse or other areas of the plant as needed. This position is also responsible for the loading and unloading of trucks and for moving large rolls of paper and other supplies from storage areas to operators.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers with finished product to ship to customers

• Unload railcars

• Transfer product within the facility

• Store/stack finished product in racks

• Transfer rolls of paper from warehouse to production floor

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis & Critical Control (HACCP) programs to ensure the finish product is safe

• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred CDL Certification
• 1-2 years of Forklift Experience
• 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to work weekends and overtime
• Good communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to successfully complete OSHA Certified Forklift Training &/or Refresher training

Company Benefits

What You’ll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen