Hi-Lo Operator

Hilo Operator

AJM Packaging Corporation

Joplin, MO

Position Overview -

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America's leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls, and bags, is seeking Hi-Lo Operators to join our team in Joplin, MO. This position will operate an industrial truck equipped with a forklift to unload, push, pull, lift, stack, move and stage products and materials.

Pay -

• $17.50/HR to start, 1st review and raise of up to $1 at 90 days
• Plus an additional $0.50/HR for every hire you refer to AJM, with no limit on the number of referrals

Responsibilities & Duties -

• Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other associates to do the same.
• Safely operates forklift and/or other machinery in order to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, and staging products.
• Works cooperatively and productively with supervisors and other associates in order to complete tasks.
• Arranges cartons on pallets keeping in mind size, weight, height, etc.
• Loads trucks keeping in mind cubic weight, size and characteristics (i.e., easily crushable,) in mind.
• Works productively (i.e., receiving products, picking products, etc.) with little supervision.
• Maintains condition of warehouse and work area (I.e., free of trash, product in correct location, etc.).
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements -

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must have minimum of 1 year experience operating a sit-down forklift

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive "Cafeteria Benefits Plan" and "Flexible Spending Arrangement" (FSA), truly set us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you'll receive a package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage and be able to adjust the proportions spent on each coverage/benefit to suit your personal requirements and preferences. You can even redirect a portion of the total spend to pay for homeowners, car and pet insurance premiums purchased at group rates. Lastly, under the Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), you'll be able to contribute a portion of your annual earnings on a pre-tax basis to pay for child and dependent care and medical, dental and optical insurance co-pays and deductibles.

Summary of Benefits -

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive "Cafeteria Benefits Plan" and "Flexible Spending Arrangement" (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you'll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.

Summary of Benefits -

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us -

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit's Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit's southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company's commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers' entrepreneurial spirit, "can do" attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company's success from the very beginning. We're still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they've come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development -

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees' skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You'll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information -

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AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.

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