Forklift Operator-UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY

Altium Packaging•Oil City, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely operates powered industrial trucks and other material-handling equipment to move, load, unload, store, and transport raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility. The role supports production by maintaining material flow, ensuring inventory accuracy, and following safety, quality, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and regulatory standards. The position is located at 15 Mineral Street, Oil City, Pennsylvania 16301. The listed schedule is an 8-hour first shift, Monday through Sunday, with a specific Thursday-through-Sunday schedule: 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 6:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The posting advertises a $250 sign-on bonus and an additional $0.75 per hour for day-shift work. Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs. A high school diploma or GED is required. Previous forklift experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution is preferred. A current OSHA-compliant forklift certification is required, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and moving materials, including lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current OSHA-compliant forklift certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
Ability to safely operate forklifts and material-handling equipment.
Basic inventory and warehouse management skills.
Ability to accurately complete documentation and production records.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, carry, and move materials throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in varying warehouse and manufacturing environments.

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment in accordance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and established safety procedures.
Comply with corporate and plant safety standards, GMP requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Load and unload trucks according to customer specifications and company standards.
Secure product loads for safe transportation and shipment.
Move materials, products, pallets, and containers throughout the facility.
Supply production lines with raw materials to maintain operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
Monitor production-floor material usage and replenish inventory as needed.
Weigh materials and products and accurately document results on tags, labels, logs, or production schedules.
Label, sort, wrap, stack, and prepare products for storage or shipment.
Perform inventory counts and assist with inventory control.
Store and retrieve materials from designated warehouse locations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Inspect forklifts and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.