Material Handling Specialist

Material Handler / Forklift OperatorGraham Packaging Company is looking for a Material Handler / Forklift Operator based in York, PA at our Recycling Plant. This opening is for 2nd shift, which operates during the hours of 2:48 PM to 11:00 PM Monday through Friday. The starting pay for this position is $20.60/hour, plus $2.00/hour for shift differential. Weekly pay and benefits effective day one and vacation after 90-days!ResponsibilitiesMaterial Handlers work under general supervision, work safely, provide the highest quality, defect free product to our customer as well as meet all the requirements of a Material Handler. The primary duties of a Forklift Operator include:Load production lines, as instructed by the production supervisor with appropriate raw materials.Maintain current and correct raw material inventory.Unload raw materials from trailers, fill out unload sheets to ensure proper raw materials count. Calculate raw materials weight per bale, and fill out contamination report on unloaded raw material.Dump and bale hoppers of sorted raw materials.Dump hoppers of contamination in the trash compactor.Remove bulk boxes of aluminum cans from line, put lid on box, and store box in appropriate row in the warehouse in a neat, orderly manner.Remove hoppers of scrap metal from lines, and dump in the appropriate metal bin in the yard.Remove chipper wire hopper from underneath the wire chipper; dump in the appropriate metal bin in the yard.Remove finished goods from production lines, and store in the appropriate rows in the warehouse in a neat, orderly manner.Receive parts and supplies and store in designated areas. Secure packing slips for receiving and properly complete all necessary paperwork.Keep work area clean.Train fellow employees as requested.QualificationsMinimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred. Material Handlers are required to interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.Computer usage and typing skills are essential.Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.Compensation StatementThe expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.Benefits StatementBenefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.EEO DisclaimerGraham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.