Shipping Operator - Day Shift

Charter Next Generation; Lexington Township (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) with company match

Holiday Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Charter Next Generation is seeking a forklift operator in Ohio to safely load and unload pallets, navigate racks and conveyors, and verify loads for accurate inventory tracking.

You will perform daily equipment checks, document shipments, and ensure accuracy of outbound/inbound paperwork while upholding safety and quality standards. This role offers ownership benefits and opportunities across 15+ facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift and moving pallets up to 1,250+ lbs.
• Ability to verify loads and ensure proper securing.
• Proficiency with scanning pallets for inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load/unload pallets safely.
• Move pallets within racks and conveyors.
• Check loads for completeness and proper loading.
• Scan resin and finished goods for inventory tracking.
• Perform daily equipment checks and maintenance tasks.
• Identify and correct faults on cranes and conveyors.
• Ensure outbound/inbound paperwork is accurate before loading.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load handling

Equipment checks

Inventory scanning

Safety compliance

Job description

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

• Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.
• Work-Life Balance: Our unique schedule allows for true work-life integration.
• Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

You will operate state-of-the-art material handling equipment to manage high-capacity logistics operations. Working with loads of irregular shapes and weights up to 1,250+ pounds, you'll expertly maneuver forklifts to load and unload finished goods pallets safely on and off trucks while navigating warehouse racks and conveyor systems. In this detail-oriented role, you'll verify load completeness and proper securing, scan every pallet of resin and finished goods for accurate inventory tracking, and ensure seamless movement throughout the storage facility.

Schedule

• C - Day Shift: 7:00am - 7:00pm (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & alternating Saturdays)

What You'll Do

• Experience/skilled at utilizing forklift to handle pallets with irregular shapes and weights to 1,250+ lbs
• Load/unload finished goods pallets safely on/off trucks and in/out of warehouse racks/conveyors
• Check that loads are complete and loaded properly
• Scan every pallet of resin and finished good before moving it to a different location
• Perform daily equipment checks such as recharging the forklift battery and lubricating equipment
• Identify and correct user level faults on automatic cranes and conveyors
• Ensure the paperwork for outbound and inbound shipments are correct before the Bill of Ladings is signed
• Perform regular equipment checks, complete related documentation, and notify the supervisor of unsafe conditions
• Complete all related paperwork, including shipping inspection form, Post shipment work order forms, Post receipt work order forms, and any other customer-specified paperwork to be submitted upon completion of a load
• Move pallets around the storage facility
• Stack goods in the correct storage racks, following inventory control instructions
• Comply with all BRCGS Standards, Safety Standards, and Standard Operating Procedures

What You’ll Bring

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Salary

• Wages starting from $18.00 per hour, dependent on experience.
• Additional $2.50 per hour night shift differential.

Total Rewards

• Employee Ownership – Become a company owner day 1!
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
• Holiday Pay
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities across 15+ facilities

Ready to Own Your Future?

Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Learn More About CNG

• Visit our careers page: cnginc.com/careers
• Discover our employee ownership program: cnginc.com/careers/employee-ownership
• See what makes us different: cnginc.com/careers/why-cng