Forklift Operator

Portfolio Business : Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

JM Huber is seeking a Forklift Operator at Active Minerals International, a Kaolin production facility in Gordon, GA.

This position loads trucks and containers according to work orders along with moving pallets or bags from the production areas.

Huber offers an excellent total compensation package which includes:

• Benefits for physical, financial and emotional health
• Affordable medical plans: wellness credit and company funded HSA choices.
• 401k with 125% company match up to 5% of eligible pay, 100% vested at hire.
• Bonus yearly 401k company contribution of 5%; 5-year vesting schedule
• Tuition reimbursement; 90% reimbursement of approved tuition costs
• https://mybenefits.huber.com/
  
  

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Read and interpret packaging work orders.
• Identify proper orders to be loaded by matching pickup number with bill of lading number.
• Inspect loads to make sure it matches work order and bill of lading before loading.
• Pre-operational checks on equipment at the beginning of each shift.
• Inspect and load trucks, containers and boxcars according to work order and truck loading pattern.
• Operate stretch-wrap machine.
• Operate forklift as needed to move pallets, bags or clean up hopper.
• Housekeeping around work area to include sweeping the warehouse.
• Collect and prepare lot composite samples for the QC lab.
• Adhere to all QMS procedures and documentation as applicable to position and department, and as required by ISO.
  
  

Specialized/Technical Knowledge Or Required Skills

• High School graduate or GED.
• Effective communication, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to work individually and in a team atmosphere.
• Strong moral and ethical standards.
• Must be able to operate forklift, requires good eye hand coordination and smooth and simultaneous hand and foot control operation.
• General working knowledge of MSHA Safety requirements.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a production environment. Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying up to 55 lbs. on a regular basis. Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop and climb up to 70 feet. Able to operate hand and foot controls simultaneously. Manual dexterity required for operation of hand controls and/or computer keyboard. Vision and a sense of hearing are also required.

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Total Rewards

J.M. Huber Corporation complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency.

Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as an applicant's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.

U.S. Market-Based Salary Range

Forklift Operator

[$16.82 - $16.82]

In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout.

Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required