Forklift Operator

Responsible for the material movements within the framework of warehousing and distribution operations. Responsible for inventory integrity.

• Responsible for supplying the production areas with raw materials and semi-finished goods.
• Responsible for returning raw materials and semi-finished goods to the correct storage locations
• Operate barcode RF devices for inventory control or use other business systems to execute transactions.
• Unloads and receives inbound shipments as well as prepares and loads orders for outbound shipments.
• Handles and places finished goods on shuttle trailers to designated locations.
• Maintains inventory accuracy on all inventoried items.
• Distributes paperwork to appropriate departments for processing.
• Communicate all aspects of job activity to the next shift.
• Maintain daily housekeeping and recycling programs.
• Depending on location, use TI Dock Scheduler to record truck arrivals and departures.
• Promotes and maintains a safe work environment at all times. Performs/meets the requirements of BRC/GMP/ISO in all job activities.
• Works in collaboration with other departments.

HS Degree or GED preferred

• Ability to be certified on powered industrial vehicles and use of hand tools.
• Ability to move materials including bending, stooping, and lifting boxes weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis and up to 80 pounds periodically.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English in order to communicate and understand relevant information.
• Must be able to discern shades of color relating to material movement process
• Must possess a strong teamwork mentality and work well under pressure.
• Must be able to hear warning signals and verbal alerts to avoid injury and maintain safety
• Ability to relate/communicate with others.
• Previous forklift and warehouse experience a plus.
• Must complete new hire orientation training and demonstrate successful warehouse support for one (1) of Aptar’s locations as determined by management. Locations are defined as the following:
  Cary South, Cary North, and McHenry.
• In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the starting hourly rate for this role is $18.50/hour plus any applicable shift differential. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors.
• Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.