Forklift Operator - Night Shift - Starting at $20.10

Graham Packaging Company • Joplin, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Graham Packaging Company is seeking a Forklift Operator for our Joplin, Missouri facility. Forklift Operators are responsible for safely and efficiently handling materials throughout the production and warehouse areas. This role supports production by ensuring a continuous flow of materials, transporting finished goods, and maintaining accurate inventory and documentation.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods
• Supply production lines with knockdowns, dividers, pallets, and other required materials
• Transport finished goods to designated warehouse locations and staging areas
• Perform daily forklift inspections, battery maintenance, and report any issues
• Maintain accurate documentation of materials used, produced, and stored
• Remove and manage scrap materials, including corrugated and production waste
• Support quality standards by verifying product tags and inspecting finished pallets
• Assist with inventory counts and warehouse organization
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production needs and issues
• Follow all safety, GMP, and company policies and procedures
• Support production teams by providing relief during breaks and lunches
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and additional duties as assigned
• Loading and unloading trailers
• Supporting rework and quality hold processes
• Maintaining material supply levels across production lines
• Assisting with general warehouse and production support tasks as needed

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• 401K Employee Saving Plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed