Forklift Operator/Material Handler (Multiple Shifts) - Arandell

The Material Handler is responsible for the task of being capable of performing the moving of material throughout the plant; to shipping, receiving, bindery, and the pressroom baler. He/she is also responsible for the recycling of cardboard and plastic, oversigs and product counts.

WHAT YOU’LL DO ON THE A-TEAM:

• Supplies machines with proper material as specified by the Stitcher Operator.
• Make sure all forms have a backup load ready to run (flipped, unbanded).
• Communicate with the Stitcher Operator on job progress (quantity to run, VIPS, Stores, version change.)
• Supply machines with proper pallets, binders, wire, shrink film, empty waste bin and remove all packaging (shrink wrap, strapping).
• Make sure cardboard, plastic, garbage and unnecessary pallets are taken away from the machine.
• When a load is to be run, cut the plastic off and give the Stitcher Operator a form and the load tag.
• The Material Handler is responsible for the stacking of material onto a new pallet of signatures or forms may be done if the trucker considers the load safe and not above the pocket feeders shoulders.
• Sorting pallets and remove from area to proper location as per attached instructions (four-ways, good, Junk.)
• Verify load flag and placard that they match with completed load and placement is correct.
• Take completed loads from machines to wrappers and complete the necessary functions to wrap loads.
• Transport completed loads to either the Shipping Department or the bindery wrapper depending on which area you are supporting.
• Make sure your assigned work area is swept up at the end of your shift and at any time a production is completed.
• Make sure to clean your truck off at the end of your shift.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Prior experience in a warehouse using a forklift required.
• Must be able to operate a lift and hand truck as well as obtain forklift license within thirty days.
• Requires basic mathematical skills to be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Requires the ability to communicate fluently in English to provide effective and clear written and oral communication.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions without error.
• Must be willing to work weekends and overtime if or when necessary.
• Valid driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent sitting
• Frequent use of hands to type, finger, handle, grasp or touch objects and tools
• Frequently is required to talk or listen
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching
• Must be able to lift and carry boxes and material up to 72 lbs. to various departments throughout the plant and offices. Must be able to lift and change propane tanks. A full tank weighs approximately 70 lbs. and must be raised 5 feet from the floor to the proper position on the truck.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

The employee will work near moving mechanical parts and in high places. He/she will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. There is frequent noise in the work environment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance policy
• 3% 401(K) company contribution
• Employee assistance program
• TelaDoc services
• Referral and Sign-on bonus available for eligible employees
• Climate Control Environment

Arandell is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. Arandell does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Arandell also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories.