Forklift Operator- 1st Shift

About the Role

Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries, moving them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities.

Responsibilities

• Obtain copies of production schedules or shipping orders and transport material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility.
• Provide raw or WHIP stock to production machines per the production schedule.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles.
• Move goods packed on pallets or slip sheets around the storage facility.
• Stack goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions.
• Check loads to ensure they are secure.
• Stack empty pallets.
• Perform daily equipment checks on forklifts, per OSHA guidelines.
• Remove machine attachments and waste material from machines.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Dump materials into machine hoppers.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• May be required to use an RF scanner gun.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good math, language, and reading skills.
• Basic computer skills may be required.
• High degree of attention to prevent injury to others and promote a safe work environment.
• Ability to follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.
• Forklift certification per OSHA standards.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k), and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.