Forklift Operator

Overview

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including food service, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our 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.

Job Description

Forklift Driver | Greensboro, NC | Now Hiring

• Minimum rate of $17.41 an hour
• Shift differential for night shift
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family

• Day Shift: 7AM - 7PM on a 2-2-3 Schedule
• Night Shift: 7PM - 7AM on a 2-2-3 Schedule

• (928-NOVOLEX)

• Operate all warehouse equipment required to transfer finished goods and other products to the appropriate areas. All warehouse equipment includes, but is not limited to, forklift, and clamp truck.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently following department standards.
• Move and transfer materials and finished goods in a high-volume production environment.
• Support WMS functions related to inventory and load management (e.g., pick list, PGI).
• Check the accuracy of the finished product count, product , order destination, and carrier e loading any vehicle and accurately complete all required paperwork.
• All transfer of products and materials must be performed with a high degree of accuracy and accountability and follow the established standard processes and procedures.
• Must adhere to all safety standards, Standard Work Instruction Sheet (SWIS), and company policies.
• Maintain work area in an organized, safe, and clean manner.
• All duties are performed with a focus on safety.
• Know the locations of and how to operate emergency stop buttons and fire extinguishers.
• Complete the forklift checklist which includes daily inspection of forklifts.
• Ability to change the forklift propane tank required.
• The job responsibilities in this job description are not all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Minimum of one year recent forklift experience preferred
• Minimum of one year sit-down experience required
• Must be able to work 12 hour shift
• Must obtain and maintain valid Pactiv Forklift and Safety Certifications during employment.
• Must have proven experience working in a fast paced Warehouse/Logistics environment
• Prior use of RF barcode reader and vehicle mounted (VMU) computer systems preferred
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
• Push-pull attachment operation a plus
• Basic knowledge of mathematics
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing (English required)
• Must be self-directed and have the ability to work with little supervision
• Will be required to be certified in Lockout/Tag Out and Forklift Operation upon assignment

• Will be exposed to hot temperatures during the summer months and cold temperatures during the winter months.
• There may be some exposure to dust inside the warehouse.
• Exposure to machine noise is possible. Ear protection is provided but not required.
• Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Frequent:
  Sitting, kneeling/crawling/bending, stair climbing, carrying 0-40 lbs. for 5-10 feet, out-reaching, standing, walking
• Occasional:
  Stoop/Squat, Ladder/Steps Climbing, Bend/Twist
• Repetitive use of wrist, hands, fingers, shoulder, elbow, hip, ankles, head, neck

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits…