Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

About the role

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our Sustainability Commitment is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people.

Responsibilities

• Operate all warehouse equipment required to transfer finished goods and other products to the appropriate areas, including forklift and clamp truck
• Load and unload trucks efficiently in accordance with department standards
• Stock all goods in a safe and stable manner
• Communicate pertinent information to relief at shift change
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Maintain work area in an organized, safe, and clean manner; knowledge of 6S is a plus
• Know locations of and how to operate emergency stop buttons and fire extinguishers
• Complete forklift checklist
• Monitor and record all products returned or received
• Check accuracy of finished product count on pallets, verify product ID, ensure pallets have only one Port Ticket when removed from lines, and accurately complete all required paperwork
• Fill forklift propane tank at end of shift
• Perform accurate cycle counts as designated by Team Leaders
• Effectively organize and stage materials to support inventory accuracy

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year recent forklift experience preferred
• Minimum of one year sit-down forklift experience required
• Clamp attachment operation experience is a plus
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of mathematics
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing (English required)
• Must be self-directed and able to work with little supervision
• Must be certified in Lockout/Tagout and Forklift Operation upon assignment

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.

• Community Engagement: Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs
• Training and Development: We offer constant opportunities for advancement, including skills development, advanced education programs, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization

Pay

Compensation Includes Starting Pay Rate of $13.00/hour

Schedule

Available Shift: 2nd