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Berry Global Material Handler in BETTENDORF, Iowa
Overview
About Berry
Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 250 global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. Are you ready to Make Your Mark at Berry?For more information, visit ourwebsite (https://www.berryglobal.com) , or connect with us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/berryglobal) or X. (https://twitter.com/BerryGlobalInc)
Responsibilities
PURPOSE:
The Forklift Operator is a middle level position that is responsible for acting in a
safe manner while operating forklifts for production purposes. Position requires
continuous on and off of forklift.
BERRY GLOBAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow all Berry safety and environmental policies and procedures
Follow OSHA rules and regulations
Monitor quality of product; inspects bottles for defects, inspects boxes for damage and properly follows customer pack patterns
Communicates and cooperates with other employees in a positive and constructive manner to achieve the Goals of the Department and the Plant
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines; wear protective clothing, long-sleeved shirt, jeans or slacks, hair net, latex gloves and practices good hygiene
Willing and able to work overtime when needed
Identify and report violations and unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel
Effectively respond in an Emergency Situation such as Fire, and Accident and direct the activities of others
Follow all Department Procedures and Directives
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for movement of all materials to and from the production department
Safe and effective operation of forklifts, clamp trucks and pallet jacks
Responsible for daily pre-shift forklift checks, including battery changes
Inspect for properly packaged product for shipment to our customers
Must obtain/maintain fork truck certification
Consistently lift boxes that weigh up to 35lbs.
Properly and completely fill out labels and paperwork
Verify correct weights and counts
Construct cardboard boxes from collapsed cartons
Willing and able to work overtime when needed
Must relieve packers for all breaks
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
One year of forklift experience or six months as a full-time Berry Inspector/Packer
Must be able to monitor quality of machine output
Capable of lifting (up to 35 pounds)
Able to work in a production environment, recognizing various sounds and alarms
Must be able to perform all duties in a safe and effective manner.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Manufacturing experience
High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (https://careers-berryglobal.icims.com/jobs/27008/material-handler/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834445335)
Location US-IA-BETTENDORF
Job ID 2024-27008
Position Type Regular Full-Time
Category Manufacturing
Location : Address 2732 62ND STREET COURT
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