Forklift / Logistics Operator

Unilever•Hammond, IN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift / Logistics Operator works at Unilever’s Hammond, Indiana facility, which manufactures Dove beauty bars. This direct-hire, full-time role operates forklifts and production equipment in a consumer products manufacturing environment. The position supports soap packaging and shipment, finished-goods palletizing and storage, and the movement of incoming and outgoing materials. It requires coordinating with Manufacturing and Warehouse operations, communicating production and equipment information, and keeping production running in a rotating three-shift schedule. The role pays $20.00 per hour, with incremental increases every six months under the CBA up to $24.64. Employees are paid weekly. The company provides a full benefits package, uniforms, and PPE, and offers career advancement opportunities. Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment screening results, which may include drug screening, background, credit, and DMV checks.

Requirements

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Leadership decision-making skills.
Ability to work autonomously and keep production running without constant direct supervision.
Basic computer and production software skills.

Responsibilities

Operate production and packaging line equipment used to prepare soap for shipment.
Perform quality inspection checks, troubleshoot equipment and trends, and maintain logs and reports.
Coordinate with Manufacturing and Warehouse operations and communicate production data and equipment conditions.
Use forklifts to move, load, and unload incoming and outgoing materials.
Follow finished-goods production processes and scan finished-goods pallets.
Operate five mechanical palletizers to build finished-goods pallets.
Operate stretch wrappers and labeling equipment.
Clean, inspect, and lubricate production equipment.
Load pallet magazines and move finished-goods pallets into storage bays and trailers while keeping pace with production demands.
Load outbound trailers using a forklift.
Troubleshoot conveyor or sortation-lane jams and other equipment issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.