Forklift Operator 2
About The Position
Premier Packaging is a packaging solutions provider serving corrugated, warehouse, design and engineering, and packaging supply needs. The Forklift Operator 2 safely handles corrugated materials within the manufacturing facility and supports timely movement of materials to meet production demands. The role works Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with 40 expected hours per week and overtime when needed. Pay is $18.92–$22.06 per hour, paid biweekly. The company describes its culture as creative, collaborative, hardworking, and team-oriented. Its mission is to provide innovative packaging solutions through curiosity, collaboration, excellence, and an entrepreneurial spirit; respond to customer needs; reduce environmental impact; continually improve processes; and deliver quality products in a safe working environment.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be able to lift up to 25 pounds alone and up to 50 pounds with assistance.
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Have 1–3 years of experience as a forklift operator in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
- Have experience with different types of forklifts, such as sit-down, stand-up, and clamp forklifts.
- Have basic math skills for counting and recording inventory.
Nice To Haves
- Forklift certification is preferred.
- Familiarity with handling and transporting materials in a corrugated manufacturing environment is a plus.
- Familiarity with palletizing and stacking procedures.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts to move, stack, and transport corrugated materials within the manufacturing facility.
- Load and unload corrugated materials from trucks and storage areas using a forklift.
- Transport materials to and from production areas and ensure timely delivery.
- Assist with organizing and managing facility inventory.
- Conduct regular counts and checks to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Adjust material handling to changes in production demands.
- Collaborate with other forklift operators and team members to optimize workflow.
- Communicate with production supervisors, warehouse staff, and other team members to coordinate material movements.
- Report issues or delays that may affect production schedules.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Employee assistance program
- Health savings account (H.S.A.)
- Paid time off
- 24/7 virtual care, including primary care, urgent care, behavioral care, and dermatology
- Competitive compensation
- Attendance bonus
- Career growth opportunities
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
