FORK LIFT OPERATOR

Packaging Corporation of America • Franklin, WI

64d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator position is responsible for operating a forklift safely and efficiently during the 2nd shift. The operator will also be required to operate wrapping equipment when necessary and keep stock and materials organized. This role involves documenting materials unloaded from trucks, pulling jobs for production, and assisting other material handlers in shipping and receiving tasks. The operator must adhere to safety rules and procedures, report any issues with the forklift, and be alert to defects in incoming materials. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• 6+ months prior experience operating a forklift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
• Ability to obtain and maintain PCA certified forklift license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operates wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Documents materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Responsible for pulling job for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
• Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.
• Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift.
• Reports any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of the forklift to supervisor and/or maintenance.
• Alert to any obvious defects of incoming material.
• Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees