Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

Packaging Corporation of America•New Oxford, PA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates a forklift and, when necessary, wrapping equipment. The role keeps stock and materials orderly and documents materials unloaded from or taken off trucks. It supports production by pulling jobs and completing inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped. The operator also assists shipping and receiving material handlers with balancing workloads, warehouse organization, and general cleaning. This position follows safety and operating procedures, reports missing or damaged forklift parts to a supervisor or maintenance, and alerts others to obvious defects in incoming materials. Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of prior forklift operating experience.
Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice during the week and on weekends.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with seasonal temperature variation, machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
Ability to obtain and maintain a PCA-certified forklift license.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicating effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
Operate wrapping equipment when necessary.
Keep stock and materials orderly.
Document materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
Pull jobs for production and complete inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped.
Assist shipping and receiving material handlers with balancing workloads, organizing warehouses, and general cleaning.
Follow rules and procedures for safe and efficient forklift operation.
Report missing, broken, bent, or worn forklift parts to a supervisor and/or maintenance.
Alert others to obvious defects in incoming material.
Adhere to safety and work rules, company policies, and procedures.