Forklift Driver | Rotating Shifts | Auburn, Maine

Overview

P&G is the largest consumer packaged goods company in the world. We have operations in over 75 countries, with 65 trusted brands that improve lives for 5 billion consumers worldwide. Our 24/7 Auburn, Maine manufacturing site is seeking Forklift Drivers to join the Logistics Department supporting critical business needs.

AUBURN PLANT

Note:

This position works on a 2-2-3 rapid rotation schedule. At Auburn we manufacture most of P&G s tampon production for distribution within the overall Feminine Care business unit. We model our approach to work after core values: culture of safety, utmost emphasis on quality, and placing confidence and trust in our people and systems.

• Forklift Drivers are vital to the success of our business. The Logistics Department maintains production across the site by safely moving critical materials within the facility, replenishing automation systems, and ensuring materials and product meet P&G’s quality expectations. You will enable on-time shipments that our customers and consumers expect from P&G.
• Operate forklifts and reach trucks, control the process from a computer terminal, receive raw and packing materials to support production, load outbound finished product shipments for customers, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Seek opportunities to learn multiple functions within the department and support the team by rotating to various tasks throughout the shift. Progression may include opportunities in electrical, quality assurance, safety, and hygiene; future movements depend on business needs.

• Rotating 2-2-3, 12-hour shifts (days and nights), including weekends. Weekend work may be overtime or part of the normal schedule.
• Changes in business volume and production requirements can affect shift length or rotation.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
• Willing to work rotating shifts.
• Able to pass a DOT physical / motor vehicle operator evaluation.
• Interest in operating / working around material handling equipment. Previous experience with powered industrial forklifts or reach trucks is preferred but not required.

• Able to sit/stand on material handling equipment for extended periods; climb in/out of forklift frequently; rotate upper body and look over the shoulder frequently; reach above shoulder height; rotate and operate in tight/congested areas; climb stairs and move around on platforms; bend/squat, turn, and twist as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 40 pounds; able to walk between multiple warehouses across the facility; wear required PPE (eye protection, safety shoes, high-visibility vest, hard hat with visor, gloves); work in loud environments with ear protection.

• Average starting pay: $68,000 per year.
• Health insurance starting Day 1.
• 120 paid hours of vacation (prorated based on start date).
• Holiday schedule: 12 company holidays.
• 5% profit sharing program.
• Other benefits are described in total rewards and may vary by location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Procter & Gamble participates in e-verify as required by law. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged by unemployment.

Job schedule:

Full time. Job number: R. Starting pay / salary range: $68,000 per year.