Fork Lift Operator- 2nd shift

PCA • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is hiring a Fork Lift Operator for its Hexacomb operation. The role operates a forklift safely and efficiently and supports shipping, receiving, inventory, and production material flow. The operator may use wrapping equipment, IR scanners, and an automated system to assign and track products. The position requires becoming clamp truck certified within three months and following safety rules, work procedures, and company policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least six months of prior forklift operating experience.
• Willingness to work second shift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, including during the week and on weekends.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with seasonally varying temperatures, machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a PCA-certified forklift license.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicating effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operate wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keep stock and materials orderly.
• Document materials unloaded from and taken off trucks.
• Pull jobs for production and manage inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped.
• Use IR scanners and an automated system to assign and track products.
• Assist other shipping and receiving material handlers with workload balancing, warehouse organization, and general cleaning.
• Follow safe and efficient forklift operating procedures and report missing, broken, bent, or worn forklift parts to a supervisor or maintenance.
• Watch for obvious defects in incoming material.
• Adhere to safety and work rules, company policies, and procedures.
• Become clamp truck certified within three months of starting the job.
• Perform other duties and activities as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual bonus based on achievement of plant performance metrics.
• Two weeks of paid vacation per calendar year, prorated during the initial year based on the hire date.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for enrollment within the first 30 days of employment for the employee and dependents.
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverage, with automatic enrollment.
• 401(k) plan with pre-tax and Roth contribution options and employer matching contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED