Lift Truck Operator, HIRING IMMEDIATELY, Bedford Park, IL

All Lift Truck Operators work on a rotating schedule with every other weekend off. Shifts available are below:

Day Shift Shift Schedule:

• 7:00PM - 7:00AM

Why should you apply?

By joining Pactiv Evergreen Packer Team, you will be part of a global leader with endless opportunities for building the career you want!  In addition, as a packer you will receive:

• 3-day weekend every other week 
• Only at work 15 days out of the month
• Excellent benefits
• Paid time off
• Reimbursement up to $80 for steel toe shoes

Compensation:

• Competitive starting pay rate $21.13-$25.07
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription drug coverage
• 401K with a company match
• New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)
• Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts
• Corporate discounts

This position is for Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

Job Description:

• Moving and transferring materials and finished goods in a high volume production environment.
• All transferring must be performed with a high degree of accuracy and accountability and in accordance with the established standard processes and procedures.
• All duties performed with focus on safety.
• Follow all Critical Safety Rules, Standards of Conduct, and plant and company practices, procedures, policies, standard work practices, truck and railcar health and safety rules, including the attendance policy.
• Effectively perform all duties as outlined in the Operations Lift Truck Operator standard work.
• Effectively assist with operations on all EPS lines as assigned. Relieve operators for breaks.
• Perform Packers (Packing Associates) and Operator B (Operator Associates) duties as assigned (and as trained to do so).
• Fill in as Operator for breaks or as assigned. Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent customer service to internal and external customers on a daily basis. Assist others in daily assignments.
• Ability to work within a team and build good relationships.
• Ensure that assignments are completed in a timely manner.
• Daily inspection of forklifts.
• Support SAP functions as related to inventory and load management (IE. Pick list, PGI). Perform other tasks as required.
• The job responsibilities in this position description are not all inclusive and it is understood other duties may be assigned as needed.

Safety  

• Seek to understand and support a safety culture and workplace  
• Remain aware of surroundings and obtain knowledge of all required PPE for the job  
• Responsible for following all required safety procedures are for each task you do  
• Keep work area clean and organized   
• Report any safety concern, risk, hazard, near miss, or injury immediately to the appropriate supervision on shift  

Quality  

• Follow all GMP guidelines required by the site and for each work station 
• Inspect all product passing through the workstation for any possible defects or product concerns 
• Report any concerns on quality of product immediately to appropriate supervision on shift  

Productivity  

• Must be able to construct empty boxes at a rate sufficient to maintain production on assigned machine running at standard rate 
• Must be able to properly palletize finished product at a rate sufficient to maintain production and ready product for transportation 
• Must be able to inspect product being manufactured to ensure the various visual quality parameters of the product produced are within acceptable limits and quickly notify the Operator and/or Supervisor of any of quality issues. 
• Must do general housekeeping of manufacturing areas and equipment to ensure a safe, efficient and contamination free work area and equipment is maintained.  This includes sweeping and mopping of the production area, wiping down the machines and removal of disposal of waste and rubbish 
• Must assist the operators as required in routine start-up and shut down procedures and changing packing materials from one product to another 
• Must be able to salvage and re-pack product that is either damaged or otherwise does not meet quality requirements 
• Must be able to grind defective product and must be able to keep trash and regrind separate 
• Must be willing to work at any packing position available including other areas and/or departments in the plant as work load and customer requirements demand 
• Must be willing to work overtime when needed 
• Must promptly inform supervisor of any issues concerning safety, health, hygiene, quality and efficiencies 
• Must perform other tasks within the plant as assigned by the supervisor or group leader 

Competencies:   Problem solving, project management, technical skills, interpersonal, oral communication, written communications, teamwork, judgment, motivation, planning, organizing, professionalism, quality, safety, adaptability, attendance, punctuality, dependability, initiative, innovation.

Education and/or Experience:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience with Pallet Jack is preferred.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to move heavy loads with a pallet jack.
• Must be able to complete Material Order Forms.
• Need to read and interpret Job Dockets.
• Ability to work independently as well as working with others effectively as a part of a team is essential; Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

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 hrcompliance@novolex.com.

Novolex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

 All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.