Lift Truck Operator

Novolex • Macon, GA

1d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lift Truck Operator (described in the posting as a Shipping Loader) loads and unloads finished-goods trailers from nose to tail. The role transports products between the warehouse and loading area, verifies product design numbers and quantities against shipping documents, and supports inventory accuracy through product movement records. It also involves storing products and supplies, inspecting and securing trailers, maintaining a safe and orderly work area, and communicating with operators and plant supervision.

This position is based at a manufacturing location in Macon, Georgia. The listed weekend shift runs Thursday through Saturday, 7 AM to 7 PM. The work environment includes hot and cold weather, dust, noise above 85 dBA, occasional odors, and moving equipment. Physical requirements include frequent standing and sitting, occasional climbing, and frequent lifting of up to 30 pounds.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, at least six months of warehouse experience, at least one year of forklift experience, and forklift certification. The posting lists a starting pay range of $20.82–$26.93 per hour, paid weekly, with eligibility for annual wage increases and a monthly plant-productivity bonus. Employees may also earn extra money by referring friends and family. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, well-being resources, training and development, and tuition reimbursement; specific programs may vary by work location.

Requirements

• At least six months of warehouse experience.
• At least one year of forklift experience.
• Experience working in extreme weather conditions.
• Demonstrated self-compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a self-directed position and be a self-starter.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift certification.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments and perform the essential job duties.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds frequently.
• Maintain an excellent driving record and have a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Locate the product identified on shipping documents.
• Operate a lift truck to transport products from the warehouse to the loading area.
• Complete a product movement sheet when products are pulled from or returned to a location to support inventory accuracy.
• Verify that design numbers and loaded quantities match the shipping documents.
• Load and unload products by hand as specified in shipping documents.
• Store finished products and supplies received from other plants and vendors.
• Inspect trailers and complete associated paperwork.
• Secure trailers.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and a safe work area.
• Communicate effectively with operators and plant supervision.
• Immediately address and report safety issues or hazards.
• Maintain an excellent safety record and attendance record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Training and development opportunities, including company and industry training curricula and advanced education programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and access to a Learning Management System.
• Eligibility for annual wage increases.
• Eligibility for a monthly bonus based on plant productivity.
• Employee referral opportunity to earn extra money.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED