About this role
We have an immediate opportunity for a Material Handler (Forklift Operator) for our 12 hour day shift. . In this function you will transfer material throughout the plant and warehouse manually or by operating electric powered lifts.
Forklift Operator experience is needed.
Starting Pay: $17.00/hour
Shift Times: 7:00 am-7:15 pm. Rotating 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety
• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately.
Task
• Move stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas by hand or other equipment
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments, material and equipment needs
• Ability to hand build pallets per MO
• Attach identifying labels to containers, and/or mark them with identifying information
• Secure material and products for transport to designated areas by using the stretch-wrapper machine
• Assists other workers with specific tasks as requested
• Manually or mechanically load and unload materials and products from pallets, skids, platforms and trucks
• Unloads and verifies inbound shipments
• Verifies actual quantities as compared to picking list, packing list, BOL, and other WH Operation standard paperwork
• Support company Food Safety efforts through commitment and compliance to SQF standard practices and policies
• Assists other workers with specific chores as requested
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP's
QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• At least one year of forklift experience required
• Experience working 12 hour shifts
• Willingness to work and follow verbal/written instructions
• May be required to use floor loading trucks
• Moderate computer skills
• Ability to work safely, willingness to train in cross-functional areas, and work overtime as needed.
More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference.
At D&W Fine Pack, we don't just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core values that guide everything we do:
• Dedicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
• Winning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
• Focused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
• People with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.
Benefits That Matter
Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Payday is every Friday
• Wellness program
• 401K with company match
• Short & Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including counseling, legal advice, childcare referrals and financial planning support
• Safety shoe subsidy and prescription safety glasses discount
• Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
• And much more!