You will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely movement of raw materials, finished goods, packaging materials, and other inventory within the manufacturing and warehouse environment. The role supports inbound and outbound logistics activities, ensuring smooth material flow between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining operational efficiency by supporting loading and unloading activities, inventory movements, warehouse organization, and delivery readiness while adhering to all safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Material Handling & Warehouse Operations

• Operate forklift trucks and other powered industrial vehicles (PIT) safely and efficiently.

• Load and unload raw materials, finished goods, packaging materials, and other inventory from trucks and containers.

• Transport materials between receiving, warehouse storage, production, and shipping areas.

• Stack, store, and retrieve materials from designated warehouse locations, including high-rack storage where applicable.

• Support material replenishment activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations.

Logistics Support

• Support daily inbound and outbound logistics activities, including approximately 10-15 deliveries per day or higher as business volumes increase.

• Verify shipment quantities and material condition during loading and unloading activities.

• Prepare products and materials for shipment according to established procedures.

• Assist in ensuring timely truck turnaround and dispatch schedules.

Inventory Control

• Maintain accurate movement of inventory according to warehouse procedures.

• Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and stock verification activities.

• Ensure materials are stored in the correct locations and properly identified.

• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, or storage issues promptly.

Safety & Compliance

• Operate all equipment in accordance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct pre-operation inspections of forklifts and report equipment issues immediately.

• Follow warehouse housekeeping standards and 5S practices.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, EHS, quality, and site operational procedures.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist in warehouse and logistics process improvement initiatives.

• Support operational flexibility by performing other warehouse-related duties as assigned.

• Contribute to maintaining high service levels and minimizing material handling bottlenecks.

Qualifications

Education

• Secondary School Certificate / SPM or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environment.

• Experience in loading and unloading operations within a fast-paced warehouse environment preferred.

• Experience handling both raw materials and finished goods is an advantage.

Certifications

• Valid Forklift Operator License/Certification required.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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