Forklift Operator-ARP

Amcor•Nicholasville, KY

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and effectively performs warehousing, material-handling, and shipping functions to ensure materials flow to and from production, finished goods are accurately stored and inventoried, and trucks are properly loaded and unloaded. After training, the role works a 2/2/3 schedule from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The operator must be forklift-certified by a Team Lead or Shipping Supervisor and recertify every three years in accordance with company policy and OSHE standards. The position requires following Good Manufacturing Practices, safety rules, and PPE requirements; communicating hazards and safety issues; and participating in a training program that builds technical skills and cross-training across plant and outside warehouse functions. The role reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor and may include other related assignments as directed by supervision. Amcor describes safety as its core value and emphasizes customer success, responsible packaging, teamwork, adaptability, and employee development. The company is an equal opportunity employer and verifies the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired in the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Forklift certification by a Team Lead or Shipping Supervisor, with recertification every three years.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn and successfully apply the SAP system.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced, high-quality manufacturing environment.
Ability to interpret and carry out instructions.
Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule and demonstrate schedule flexibility as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Prior forklift experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift safely, efficiently, and effectively during the scheduled shift.
Supply materials to the production area as needed.
Remove finished goods from production, place production tickets on pallets, and store products neatly in the warehouse.
Use SAP to tag finished product.
Scan items into and out of warehouse bin locations to maintain accurate inventory.
Load and unload trucks, verifying that loaded or received material matches the bill of lading.
Complete the Levels training program, rotate through all areas during training, and develop technical skills and cross-training in plant and outside warehouse functions.
Follow documented Good Manufacturing Practices.
Follow established safety rules and training guidelines, communicate hazards and safety issues to appropriate personnel, and use required PPE.
Perform other related assignments as directed by supervision.
Demonstrate schedule flexibility as business needs require, including coverage for vacations and other absences.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; may vary by location.
Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year; may vary by location.
Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Paid Parental Leave.
Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
Tuition Reimbursement, dependent upon approval.
Discretionary bonus program; initial eligibility depends on hire date.