Forklift Operator - Pollock Orora Houston

 

 

At Orora, we believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what’s inside. From custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer.  It is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of Teamwork, Passion, Respect, and Integrity every day.  These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations while solving complex problems as a team.  We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don’t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader.

 

 

The Role: Forklift Operator

 

Pollock Orora is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to receive, store and distribute material and products within establishment by performing the various warehouse functions located in our Houston, TX location.

 

This position will report to the: Warehouse Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

 

What You’ll be Responsible For in this Role

 

• Inspects forklift equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, etc
• Processes clear and accurate paperwork
• Conveys material and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated area
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color or product code.
• Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items.
• Assembles customer order from stock and places orders on pallets or conveys orders to the shipping department and may load material onto a truck.
• Counts items to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications
• Marks materials with identifying information
• Opens bales, crates or other containers if needed.
• Maintains inventory records.
• Records the amount of materials or items received or distributed
• May use computer to enter records
• Prepares parcels for mailing
• Has inspection authority to release or not to release product prior to delivery
• Performs other duties and/or responsibilities as requested

 

What We're Looking For

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Education and Experience:

 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Forklift certified a plus
• 2 years’ experience in warehouse environment

 

Additional Required Qualifications:
 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memo
• Ability to write short correspondence