Shipping Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Shipping Forklift Operator moves materials throughout designated locations and supports shipping, processing, inventory control, and loading-dock operations. The role involves operating a forklift, coordinating material placement with other departments, and ensuring materials are stored according to current and future needs. The work may take place in a warehouse, at a construction site, or in a retail environment, and may sometimes be outdoors in unpleasant weather. The position is competent beyond entry-level tasks, with assignments that are generally semi-routine and performed independently after daily tasks are assigned. Management may assign additional duties as needed. The position requires following quality, personal protective equipment (PPE), and safety requirements. Work may involve repetitive tasks, operating machinery, exposure to loud noise and moving mechanical parts, and collision risks. The operator may need to lift heavy items and climb on or under machinery, trucks, and storage racks. The stated hourly pay rate is $22.64; the exact offer depends on factors including experience, work location, and skills. Mauser Packaging Solutions offers medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Familiarity with forklift operation.
Understanding of facility logistics and how to place items in the proper area.
Communication skills to support workflow and safety.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to lift heavy items and climb on and under machinery, trucks, storage racks, and similar equipment.
Ability to perform repetitive work and make judgments and decisions in job situations.
Ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts and potential collision hazards.

Nice To Haves

Forklift driver certification.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate forklifts to move materials throughout designated locations.
Coordinate with departments to position materials in required areas.
Move materials to and from the materials center and shipping warehouse.
Stack and unstack materials for storage and shipping.
Present materials to and remove materials from work areas.
Serve trailers by providing materials for shipping and processing.
Load and unload truck trailers.
Place items onto the forklift.
Store materials according to current and future needs.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting when equipment is not working properly.
Perform sending and receiving duties on the loading dock.
Mark and scan materials for inventory control.
Communicate with forklift drivers and other workers to adjust movements.
Comply with quality, PPE, safety requirements, and applicable safety policies and procedures.