Lift Truck Associate

Novolex • Bridgeview, IL

8d • $22 - $24

About The Position

Novolex is hiring a Lift Truck Associate to move and transfer materials and finished goods in a high-volume production environment. Transfers must be accurate and accountable, follow established processes and procedures, and prioritize safety. The associate follows company, plant, truck, and railcar safety rules and standard work, performs daily forklift inspections, and completes duties described in the Operations Lift Truck Operator standard work.

The role also assists operations on EPS lines, relieves operators for breaks, and performs Packers and Operator B duties when assigned and trained. The associate supports inventory and load management in SAP, including pick lists and PGI, and completes other tasks as needed. The position pays $22.44 to $23.69 per hour, paid weekly, and has a day shift scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and move heavy loads with a pallet jack.
• Must be able to complete Material Order Forms.
• Must be able to read and interpret Job Dockets.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with others as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a pallet jack is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move and transfer materials and finished goods in a high-volume production environment accurately and in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Perform all duties with a focus on safety and follow Critical Safety Rules, Standards of Conduct, plant and company practices, procedures, policies, standard work, truck and railcar health and safety rules, and the attendance policy.
• Perform duties outlined in the Operations Lift Truck Operator standard work.
• Assist with operations on all EPS lines as assigned and relieve operators for breaks.
• Perform Packers (Packing Associates) and Operator B (Operator Associates) duties when assigned and trained.
• Fill in as an operator for breaks or as assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers and assist others with daily assignments.
• Work effectively with a team, build good relationships, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Inspect forklifts daily.
• Support SAP functions related to inventory and load management, including pick lists and PGI.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Training and development programs and courses, including skills development and advanced education programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for non-union employees.

What This Job Offers

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