Fork Lift Operator 3rd shift

Packaging Corporation of America • Columbus, IN

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About The Position

The Fork Lift Operator operates a forklift safely and efficiently and uses wrapping equipment when necessary. The role keeps stock and materials orderly, documents materials unloaded from and taken off trucks, and pulls jobs for production. It also involves completing inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped.

The operator assists other shipping and receiving material handlers with balancing workloads, organizing warehouses, and general cleaning. The position follows safe-operation rules and procedures, reports missing or damaged forklift parts to a supervisor or maintenance, identifies obvious defects in incoming materials, and adheres to safety and work rules, company policies, and procedures. Other duties may be assigned or changed at any time, with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of prior forklift operating experience.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, during the week and on weekends.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with seasonal temperature variations, machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a PCA-certified forklift license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to work 3rd shift.
• 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 and taken off trucks.
• Pull jobs for production and complete inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped.
• Assist shipping and receiving material handlers with balancing workloads, organizing warehouses, and general cleaning.
• Follow rules and procedures for safe and efficient forklift operation.
• Report missing, broken, bent, or worn forklift parts to a supervisor and/or maintenance.
• Identify obvious defects in incoming materials.
• Adhere to safety and work rules, company policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties and activities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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