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PCA

FORK LIFT OPERATOR

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

$26.58/hr

Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, also including reporting any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of fork lift to supervisor and/or ...

Massanutten

Ski Lift Mechanic/Electrician

VA · On-site

$15.50/hr

Massanutten Resort is seeking a Ski Lift Mechanic/Electrician to join our Ski Maintenance team. This is not your typical maintenance position. You will play a critical role in maintaining the aerial ...

Sam's Club

(USA) Sam's Lift Driver

Prince George, VA · On-site

$22 - $25.50/hr

Position Summary... Are you currently a Walmart associate? Please login to your Workday account and use the Find Jobs report to apply for this job. * Find Jobs Schedules.. . Weekday Day: 0500-1500 TU ...

Walmart

(USA) Sam's Lift Driver

Prince George, VA

$22 - $25.50/hr

Position Summary... Are you currently a Walmart associate? Please login to your Workday account and use the Find Jobs report to apply for this job. * Find Jobs Schedules.. . Weekday Day: 0500-1500 TU ...

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AspectLiftForklift Operator
CredentialsMay require general lifting or material handling certificationsRequires forklift certification/license
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, construction sites, manufacturing plantsWarehouses, distribution centers, construction sites
Employer & Industry UsageUsed broadly in logistics, construction, manufacturingSpecific to operating forklifts in logistics and warehousing

Lift is a broad term referring to manual or mechanical lifting tasks, while a Forklift Operator specifically operates forklifts to move materials. Forklift Operators require specialized certification and work primarily in warehouses and distribution centers. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers target the right roles and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Lift job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,846 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

FORK LIFT OPERATOR

Harrisonburg, VA • On-site

PCA
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$26.58/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Packaging Corporation Of America rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Title

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

Operates wrapping equipment when necessary.

Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion.

Documents materials unloaded and taken off trucks.

Responsible for pulling job for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.

Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.

Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, also including reporting any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of fork lift to supervisor and/or maintenance.

Alert to any obvious defects of incoming material.

Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma/GED.

6+ month's prior experience operating a forklift.

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.

Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.

Ability to obtain and maintain PCA certified forklift license.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Ability to work independently and within a team, effectively communicating with members.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary for position: $26.58 per hour.

Bonus: Annual – Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.

Paid Vacation: You will be eligible for 2 weeks of vacation on an annual basis after 1 year.

Paid Holidays.

Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.

Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

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