Material Handler - Forklift Driver

Job Description

Maintain a safe, clean, and friendly work environment
Accurately control inventory of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, including requisitioning, receipt, storage, handling, scanning, and shipping
Accurately account for all material movements, including in-plant product holds
Perform incoming trailer inspections as assigned
Read and understand written specifications, procedures, safety information, and packaging diagrams
Other duties as necessary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Basic math and computer skills
• Forklift certification
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Must understand Warehouse Management Systems and processes
• Must be able to work 8-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods
• Climb approved ladders and movable steps
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs, with occasional lifts up to 65 lbs (two-person or mechanical assist required above 65 lbs)
• Possess adequate problem-solving ability and determine cause-and-effect relationships in office or manufacturing environments

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance
• A variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health

Community Engagement

• Prioritize support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs
• Encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work

Training and Development

• Constant opportunities for advancement
• Skills development
• Advanced education programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)
• A Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization

Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.