Utility Forklift Operator (Night Shift 2-2-3)

Utility (Night Shift - 2-2-3)

$19/hour + $2.00 Shift Differential + $1,500 Sign-On Bonus
Clintonville, WI - Creative Converting Division
Benefits


* 11-12 paid holidays


* 112 hours of vacation


* 24 hours of paid sick time


* 1 paid wellness day


* Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (some fully company-paid)


* 401(k) with automatic enrollment and company match


* Career growth and training opportunities

Job Summary

The Utility employee is responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to support production and warehouse operations.

This role focuses on scrap collection, waste removal, supplying production work centers, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring continuous production flow throughout the facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely and efficiently


* Complete daily forklift inspections and safety checks


* Monitor batteries, charge equipment, and report unsafe conditions


* Coordinate, weigh, record, and load outbound scrap trailers


* Monitor and operate auto-balers for scrap collection


* Collect portable dumpsters and waste containers throughout the facility


* Collect and replace napkin totes and table cover bins from work centers


* Empty cardboard racks throughout the plant and warehouse


* Collect full Gaylord containers from work centers and replace with empty containers


* Collect and palletize butt rolls


* Bale napkin and corrugate scrap


* Compress Gaylord containers at work centers


* Order supplies as needed


* Sweep and maintain cleanliness of scrap rooms, loading docks, and surrounding work areas


* Clean around balers and other equipment


* Report equipment issues promptly to maintenance personnel


* Monitor work areas for safety hazards


* Lift and manipulate stub rolls from pallet to floor or pallet to pallet


* Work with multiple departments to supply appropriate products when requested


* Follow GMP and SQF guidelines and report any food safety concerns


* Foster a positive and collaborative work environment


* Train and support employees as needed


* Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications


* Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred, but not required


* Previous forklift experience preferred


* Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


* Strong awareness of surroundings, traffic areas, and workplace hazards


* Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team


* Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods


* Ability to hear safety sounds and maintain awareness while operating equipment

Equipment Used


* Sit-down forklifts (box clamps and roll grabs)


* Walkie-rider equipment


* ICC lock down bar


* Garbage compactor


* Auto wrapper / film equipment


* C184 fork trucks
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