Forklift Operator I

Berlin Packaging • Houston, TX

1d

About The Position

Berlin Packaging is seeking a Forklift Operator I to prepare shipments, load and unload products, and support general warehouse operations using warehouse equipment. The role includes organizing customer orders, moving and storing materials, maintaining accurate records, and keeping the warehouse clean and organized to cGMP standards. The operator must follow Berlin Packaging safety guidelines and comply with applicable ISO standards. The company describes a culture focused on shared growth, learning, and teamwork. Candidates must have independent, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States for the full duration of employment; the position is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Prior warehouse and forklift operator experience strongly preferred.
• Must take and pass the Company Forklift Certification program; failure to pass results in the company ending employment.
• Ability to complete tasks and solve problems with high attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and ability to learn.
• Positive attitude and contribution to a positive team culture.
• Self-motivated, reliable, with strong initiative and results orientation.
• Ability to model safe work practices.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to frequently lift or move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move boxes and/or pallets up to 45 pounds through the warehouse.
• Must have independent, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States for the full duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience.
• Prior forklift operator experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, hand trucks, warehouse carts, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely and professionally.
• Organize and prepare customer orders with a high degree of quality and accuracy.
• Transfer supplies between departments to meet production or shipping demand.
• Store and label materials and finished products properly.
• May prepare billing processes and paperwork for warehouse and drop ship orders.
• May record transactions in the ERP system using a computer.
• Perform cycle counting as required.
• Notify leadership of non-compliant ware.
• Keep the warehouse clean and organized to cGMP standards.
• Comply with ISO standards and support company and branch metrics.
• Fulfill the employee portion of the Berlin Values.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Benefits

• Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time.
• Berlin Shared Ownership Plan.
• Profit sharing.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible spending accounts for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses.
• Paid parental leave for up to 12 weeks.
• Health club reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 529 college savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being.
• Calm app to improve mental well-being.
• Employee referral program.
• Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability and life insurance, with optional voluntary life insurance.

What This Job Offers

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