Forklift Operator-UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY

Altium Packaging•Oil City, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Altium Packaging is hiring a Forklift Operator at its Oil City, Pennsylvania facility. The position is responsible for safely handling materials and products throughout the facility, supporting production operations, and preparing shipments while following company policies, OSHA regulations, safety procedures, GMP requirements, and other applicable regulations. The schedule is Thursday and Friday, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 6:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. A $250 sign-on bonus and an additional $0.75 per hour for day-shift work are advertised. Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs. The role requires a high school diploma or GED. Previous forklift experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment is preferred. A current OSHA-compliant forklift certification is required, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire. The position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and moving materials, including lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. The work takes place in varying warehouse and manufacturing environments. Altium Packaging describes its culture through guiding principles that include acting with integrity and compliance, driving value creation, focusing on the customer, acting with humility, and treating others with dignity and respect. The company offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, a 401(k) plan with company contributions, rewards and recognition programs, and opportunities to make a difference in the community. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

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.
Follow 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 support operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
Monitor material usage on the production floor 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.