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The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating powered industrial trucks to move, load, unload, store, and transport raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility. This role supports production operations by maintaining material flow, ensuring inventory accuracy, and adhering to all safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in accordance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and established safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate and plant safety standards, GMP requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Load and unload trucks according to customer specifications and company standards.
• Secure product loads to ensure safe transportation and shipment.
• Move materials, products, pallets, and containers throughout the facility as needed.
• Supply production lines with raw materials to maintain operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Monitor material usage on the production floor and replenish inventory as required.
• Weigh materials and products and accurately document results on tags, labels, logs, or production schedules.
• Label, sort, wrap, stack, and prepare products for storage or shipment.
• Perform inventory counts and assist with inventory control activities.
• Store and retrieve materials from designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Inspect forklifts and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs. 

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent required.

Experience

• Previous forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment preferred.

Certifications

• Current OSHA-compliant forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Basic inventory and warehouse management skills.
• Ability to accurately complete documentation and production records.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, carry, and move materials throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Ability to work in varying warehouse and manufacturing environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the Company.

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!
 
We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making.  We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource – Our People! 
 
We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.
 

EEO Statement
 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
 

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