Forklift Driver

Forklift Driver - Salisbury

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM rotating shift with every other weekend off

• $18.13 per hour based on experience
• Skill-based wage increase after 3 months of employment

• Operate all warehouse equipment required to transfer finished goods and other products, including 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

• Exposed to hot temperatures in summer and cold temperatures in winter
• Potential exposure to dust inside the warehouse
• Potential exposure to machine noise; 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 tasks: sitting, kneeling/crawling/bending, stair climbing, carrying 0–40 lbs. at 5–10 feet, out-reaching, standing, walking
• Occasional tasks: stoop/squat, ladder/step climbing, bending/twisting
• Repetitive use of wrist, hands, fingers, shoulder, elbow, hip, ankles, head, neck

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact