Production Utility Forklift Operator

York Container; Springettsbury Township (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

York Container in the United States is seeking a forklift and materials handler to support the Production Department, ensuring material quality and uptime while keeping the work area organized.

You will perform daily forklift inspections, manage pad inventory between Plant and Warehouse, load/unload corrugated stock, and coordinate with shift leadership to meet production schedules, all while adhering to GMP and safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' corrugated experience or related manufacturing experience.
• Clamp truck experience is a plus.
• Ability to read production schedules and customer requirements.
• Ability to perform daily forklift inspections and inventory tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support Production by ensuring material uptime and proper organization.
• Inspect forklifts daily and maintain pad/inventory organization between Plant and Warehouse.
• Load/unload materials, move stock between locations as needed.
• Communicate pad needs and production timing with shift leadership.
• Follow safety policies and GMP in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Reading production schedule

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Weigh scale

Forklift

Computers for reporting

Job description

Job Summary:Work safely and efficiently daily to provide support to the Production Department while focusing on the quality of material being handled, uptime throughout the department, consumable and product organization, while also working to set each incoming shift up for success.Essential Job Functions:Must possess knowledge of the Plant and Warehouse organizational layout and flow, be able to work with a sense of urgency in fast-paced environment, while working safely.Learn and practice good lock out/ tag out procedures along with all required safe handling measures pertaining to the forklift, dock locks, maneuverability and handling of material, etc., throughout the course of your travels and tasks.Must learn how to read and understand the production schedule, plus possess the ability to learn and understand all Customer requirements regarding pad size, color, etc.Responsible for daily forklift inspections and upkeep.Responsible for pad inventory, pad organization and storage in both Plant and Warehouse facilities; must communicate with Shipping and Production departments daily on all pad needs, load pads from the Warehouse and unload/organize at Plant.Responsible to review production schedule multiple times daily and communicate with shift leadership on pad requirements and timing for production of orders.Responsible to communicate with production leadership and deliver required pads to proper machine centers.Inventory Corrugator consumables at Plant and Warehouse and communicate with Corrugator supervision and Shift Superintendent on replenishment needs; transport product from Warehouse to Plant as required.Assist in loading corrugated stock on trailers that is traveling to the Warehouse for production.Responsible for unloading corrugated stock coming from the Warehouse to the Plant and offloading necessary stock onto the return line, etc., for production purposes.Inventory anvil covers weekly/monthly and communicate with Shift Superintendent and Purchasing regarding replenishment.Load/unload waste bins, ink waste totes, copy paper, water/Gatorade, etc., traveling to and from the Plant and Warehouse.Responsible for keeping flammable cabinet by Back Bander stocked and organized appropriately; communicate any supply needs to Shift Superintendent or Plant Superintendent.Assist in safely transporting waste from building 3 through Plant Shipping area to the Baler room.Other Functions:Fill in for unloading material in Production side of Warehouse and keeping production infeed lines stocked, as needed.Work overtime as production needs require.Must train as backup Baler Operator.In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain an acceptable appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, dependability, reliability, self sufficiency, communicate effectively with co-workers. Furthermore, to work with accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible. The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED preferredA minimum of 2 years' corrugated experience or related manufacturing industry preferred. Previous clamp truck experience is a plusWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.We strive to create and maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or any other legally protected status.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job.York Container participates in E-Verify.Machines/Tools/Equipment:Tape measurer, computers (for reporting purposes), print and cutting dies, machine related devices (both computerized and manual mechanical devices), box cutters, and substrate (corrugated stock), shipping docks, forklift, weigh scale.Safety:Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training. Some machine centers REQUIRE Hand and Arm Protection to increase safety and minimize the opportunity for contamination. Company issued gloves and sleeves will be issued if determined necessaryWorking Conditions:Manufacturing environment; Not temperature controlled - hot in summer and cold in winter (will need to dress appropriately). No jewelry or baggy clothes due to safety. YCC is a hearing protected facility, and ear protection (PPE's) is required at all times when in the plant.