Application Package Handler Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Material Handler - Forklift Driver

Norcross, GA

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $19.15/hour 
  • $1.00/hr shift differential pay on 3rd shift

Available Shift

• 3rd shift (Overnight)

Responsibilities 

• Maintain a safe, clean, and friendly work environment
• Accurately control inventory of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, including requisitioning, receipt, storage, handling, scanning, and shipping
• Accurately account for all material movements, including in-plant product holds
• Perform incoming trailer inspections as assigned
• Read and understand written specifications, procedures, safety information, and packaging diagrams
• Accurately control inventory throughout the entire process
• Other duties as necessary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Basic math and computer skills
• Forklift certification
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Must understand Warehouse Management Systems and processes

Must be able to:

• Work 8-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods
• Climb approved ladders and movable steps
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs, with occasional lifts up to 65 lbs (two-person or mechanical assist required above 65 lbs)
• Possess adequate problem-solving ability and determine cause-and-effect relationships in office or manufacturing environments

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen