Seasonal Forklift Operator: 1st Shift

The Forklift Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial trucks to support material handling operations.
• Move, load, unload, and stage materials to ensure smooth workflow across the facility.
• Perform general material handler duties as needed.
• Operate forklifts and perform tasks such as weighing materials, unloading and stacking materials, loading tractor trailers, completing checklists, monitoring and documenting industrial lift truck usage, reporting incidents, charging machines, maintaining 5S3R standards, following safety rules, and operating sweeper machines as required.
• Ensure adherence to blending sheets, stacking rules, and operational guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Clean Criminal Background Check.
• One year of forklift operation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Fluent English speaking ability.
• Attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of substances testing procedures.
• Experience with materials handling and industrial truck operation.
• Understanding of blending sheets and stacking rules.
• Compliance with IWS guidelines and NTRM prevention protocols.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Safety awareness.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build a successful career at JTI.
• Work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible schedule options.

Pay

Details of pay will be provided in the final offer letter.

Schedule

Details of the shift schedule will be provided in the final offer letter.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Learn more about JTI at jti.com. Apply now! Next Steps: After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type. At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.