Forklift Operator-2nd shift

Packaging Corporation of America•Columbus, IN

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates a forklift safely and efficiently and operates wrapping equipment when necessary. The role keeps stock and materials orderly, documents materials unloaded from and removed from trucks, and pulls jobs for production. It also handles inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped. The operator assists shipping and receiving material handlers with balancing workloads, organizing warehouses, and general cleaning. The position follows safe forklift operating procedures and reports missing, broken, bent, or worn forklift parts to a supervisor or maintenance. The operator also watches for obvious defects in incoming materials and adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies, and procedures. Other duties may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

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 seasonally varying temperatures, machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
Ability to obtain and maintain a PCA-certified forklift license.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Must be willing to work second shift.
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 handle inbound forms, inventory tags, and counts for materials received or shipped.
Assist other shipping and receiving material handlers with workload balancing, warehouse organization, and general cleaning.
Follow safe and efficient forklift operating procedures and report missing, broken, bent, or worn forklift parts to a supervisor or maintenance.
Watch for obvious defects in incoming materials.
Adhere to safety and work rules, company policies, and procedures.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.