Forklift Operator I

Berlin Packaging • Houston, TX

7d

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 involves accurately organizing customer orders, transferring and storing materials, and helping maintain a clean, orderly warehouse in accordance with cGMP and ISO standards. The operator may also prepare warehouse and drop-ship billing paperwork, record transactions in the ERP system, and perform cycle counts. Employment is contingent on successfully completing the Company Forklift Certification program; failure to pass the exam results in the Company ending employment.

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 and operate a forklift in accordance with Berlin Packaging safety guidelines.
• 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.
• Model safe work practices.
• Basic computer skills.
• Frequently lift or move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move boxes and/or pallets weighing up to 45 pounds through the warehouse.

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.
• Properly store and label materials and finished products.
• 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 all ISO standards.
• 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
• 1Berlin 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