Forklift Driver 1

Mondi AG • Romeoville, IL

18d

About The Position

The Forklift Driver prepares pallets of finished goods to meet shipping requirements and manages pallet movement. Duties include inspecting forklifts at the start of each shift and reporting repair needs; loading outgoing shipments and completing required paperwork; moving pallets between production, shipping, and drying areas; wrapping and strapping pallets for shipment or storage; managing stock in racks; attaching pallet tags and removing finished pallets from the Arcomats; scanning stock into appropriate locations; and supplying packaging to Acromat areas according to the production schedule. The role also includes housekeeping and reporting tipped pallets. Overtime or weekend work may be required when communicated by Management. Other duties within the scope of the business may be assigned, including training new hires when asked.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–5 years of reach forklift experience.
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
• High level of composure and good stress-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the forklift at the start of each shift and report required repairs to the Logistics Supervisor, Lead, or Manager.
• Load outgoing shipments and prepare required paperwork, submitting all paperwork to the office daily before the end of the shift.
• Move pallets from the production area to the shipping or drying area.
• Wrap and strap pallets and prepare them for shipment or storage as directed by the Lead or Management.
• Strap and wrap stock pallets in the racks.
• Report pallets as finished, attach pallet tags, and remove all pallets from the Arcomats.
• Put away stock in the racks and scan it into the appropriate locations.
• Bring packaging to the Acromat areas as required by the production schedule.
• Perform housekeeping duties, report tipped pallets in racks, pick up garbage and bags from floors, empty garbage, and sweep floors daily before the end of the shift.
• Work overtime or weekends when needed and as communicated by Management.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including training new hires when asked and completing tasks within the scope of the business.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, fully vested, with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Company retirement benefits.
• Company sport benefits.
• Possible employee discounts.
• Employee events.
• Health benefits.
• Learning and development.
• Parking.
• Workplace accommodations.

What This Job Offers

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