Forklift Operator - Nights

Location Address: 4239 N 39th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85019 Work Shift: 12hr - B Shift 7p-7:30a Phoenix (United States of America) Night Shift: 7:00PM – 7:30AM Pay Rate: $20.50/hr. (base pay rate) + $1.00/hr. (shift premium) Altium Packaging is one of the largest plastic container companies and suppliers of rigid plastic packaging. We specialize in customized mid- and short-run packaging solutions and serve a diverse customer base in the pharmaceutical, dairy, household chemicals, food/nutraceuticals, industrial/specialty chemicals, water, and beverage/juice segments. We are currently seeking an experienced, reliable Forklift Driver for our Phoenix, AZ location. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating a forklift truck to stack and retrieve supplies and materials, as well as following our company's Good Manufacturing Practices. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies Operate forklift to load trucks and secure products in accordance with customer requirements Load and unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting device Monitor material usage on work floor and supply production lines with raw materials Receive, store and distribute raw materials and supplies to designated staging areas Visually inspect materials and report discrepancies in quality Inventory product as needed. Transport scrapped materials from production line to the grinder area Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area, ramp, dock and compactor area MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required 3-5 years' experience driving forklift Ability to navigate and understand basic computer programs Possess basic knowledge of English and math Must be able to meet deadlines and maintain a balance between multiple projects; fast-paced environment; and stressful circumstances Ability to work overtime CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS: Current OSHA forklift driving certification BENEFITS: Competitive Compensation Medical, Dental & Vision Holiday/Vacation Pay 401K with Company Contribution Tuition Reimbursement Learning & Training Opportunities Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas. Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us! We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers. Our Guiding Principles Act with Integrity & in Compliance Drive Value Creation Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs Focus on the Customer Act with Humility Treat others with Dignity and Respect Seeking Fulfillment in your Work We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important …

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