Lift Truck Operator Trainee (Days)
About The Position
Reynolds Consumer Products is hiring a Lift Truck Operator Trainee at its manufacturing plant in Concord, North Carolina. This role supports continuous manufacturing and distribution operations by safely and efficiently moving raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods. The trainee partners with production and warehouse teams to maintain inventory accuracy and timely material flow, and develops proficiency in lift truck operations. Work is performed under established procedures, with increasing independence as skills are demonstrated, while contributing to safety, quality, and customer service objectives. The position is on the day shift, working 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in 12-hour shifts.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of safe material-handling practices.
- Ability to safely operate or learn to operate powered industrial trucks.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to solve routine operational problems and follow established procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Experience operating powered industrial trucks.
Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, store, and stage incoming materials to maintain accurate inventory and support uninterrupted production.
- Transport raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the facility safely and efficiently.
- Pick, prepare, and deliver production materials to support manufacturing schedules and customer requirements.
- Load and unload vendor and carrier shipments while maintaining product integrity and shipping accuracy.
- Investigate and resolve routine inventory discrepancies.
- Complete material transactions and warehouse documentation to support inventory control and traceability.
- Maintain organized storage locations for efficient material flow and inventory accessibility.
- Operate powered industrial vehicles and material-handling equipment safely and according to established procedures.
- Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance activities on warehouse equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment through routine housekeeping.
- Communicate with production and warehouse personnel to coordinate material movement and operational priorities.
- Support onboarding and training of new team members in safe and consistent warehouse practices.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance warehouse efficiency, safety, and service levels.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
