Forklift Driver

Pactiv • Salisbury, NC

431d • $36,400 - $39,603

About The Position

The Forklift Driver position at Pactiv Evergreen in Salisbury involves operating warehouse equipment to efficiently transfer finished goods and materials in a high-volume production environment. The role requires adherence to safety standards and company policies while maintaining a clean and organized work area. The position offers a competitive hourly wage with opportunities for skill-based increases and various employee benefits.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year recent forklift experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year sit-down experience required.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Must obtain and maintain valid Pactiv Forklift and Safety Certifications during employment.
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced Warehouse/Logistics environment.
• Prior use of RF barcode reader and vehicle mounted (VMU) computer systems preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing (English required).
• Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.
• Certification in Lockout/Tag Out and Forklift Operation required upon assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Push-pull attachment operation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate all warehouse equipment required to transfer finished goods and other products to the appropriate areas.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently following department standards.
• Move and transfer materials and finished goods in a high-volume production environment.
• Support WMS functions related to inventory and load management (e.g., Pick list, PGI).
• Check the accuracy of the finished product count, product ID, order destination, and carrier ID before loading any vehicle and accurately complete all required paperwork.
• Perform all transfers of products and materials with a high degree of accuracy and accountability, following established standard processes and procedures.
• Adhere to all safety standards, Standard Work Instruction Sheet (SWIS), and company policies.
• Maintain work area in an organized, safe, and clean manner.
• Complete the forklift checklist, including daily inspection of forklifts.
• Change the forklift propane tank as required.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date.
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options.
• Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs.
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Employee well-being reward program.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Child and family care support program.
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee discount program.
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: No Education Listed