Nightshift Forklift Operator

Job description

Job Location
Shippensburg

Job Description


We’re looking for team players who know how to take charge of business-related challenges and keep us running smoothly.




Warehouse Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operators are vital to the success of our business at P&G.

As a technician, you will work on a team that is responsible for keeping Site throughput flowing, meeting performance goals and maintaining the high level of quality that consumers expect from our products.

Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operators are responsible for enabling flow across the Site, strategically moving inventory within the fulfillment center, replenishing automation systems and ensuring handled product meets P&G’s Quality expectations.





As a forklift operator you might be responsible for:

Delivering materials to or removing materials from Making, Packing, Converting or Assembly operating areas.

Responsible for delivering and removing finished product from a Packing area to other areas in the Warehouse.

Can receive orders required to load product on a truck for customer or distribution center shipment.

Responsible for moving material to a staging area for further palletization or customization and from our manual picks stations which include individual cases or layers of finished product.

Responsible for maintaining accurate Finished Product Inventory in a Warehouse.

Responsible for material that has been shipped to a customer and then returned to P&G.

Acts as a System Owner or Equipment Owner for the area in which they operate.

Operates and maintains the equipment in their area.

Orders and schedules trucks, international shipment containers and rail car deliveries to and from the plant.


Being present and prompt for work, every shift, is the key to being a 5-star employee at the Northeast Fulfillment Center.

To be successful in this role, individuals must seek out opportunities to learn multiple functions within their department and support their shift team by flowing to various tasks throughout the day.

We hire you at entry level and you advance by demonstrating growing levels of operating, maintenance, and leadership skills.

All newly hired employees have a 6 month probationary period to demonstrate these competencies.

Once you have successfully completed this period, we have the the opportunity to expand into other areas in the warehouse, like electrical, quality assurance, safety and hygiene, and other areas of expertise.





Meaningful work on Day 1

We do various types of work, including running high-speed converting and packing equipment, controlling the process from a computer terminal, and performing preventive maintenance on equipment.

From the beginning, you will be getting involved, impacting situations, and influencing business-related problems.




We offer you:
+ Ownership of your work from your first day
+ Contribute to the productivity of world-renowned production technologies
+ The chance to influence the handling and quality of our products
+ Mentorship, coaching, training, and guidance
+ Known for providing a safe work environment
+ Competitive salary and benefits program (private life & medical insurance for employees and dependents, PG stock, saving plans)



We have no doubt that possessing these skills will help you on the job:
+ Experience operating material handling equipment
+ Maintaining accurate records and data
+ Working computer knowledge
+ Display strong technical, interpersonal and analytical skills
+ Flow to the work mentality and hungry learner




Are you ready to join this renowned team?





Starting Pay / Salary Range: $21.47 per hour with up to a $2.00 shift incentive.



Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience.

At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.




Job Qualifications




WE BELIEVE YOU WILL BE AN EXCELLENT FIT HERE IF, YOU ARE:



Requirements (skills / experiences) for the role:

In order to be able to perform on the job, you will need to meet the following physical requirements:

+ Must be 18 years of age or older

+ Have a minimum of a High School Diploma, or GED (Company will verify)

+ Lift 50 pounds by bending and stooping; climb, stand, and move around on stairs, ladders and platforms; twist, turn and bend

+ Sit/stand on material handling equipment for extended periods of time.



+ Able to wear required safety personal protective equipment (eye protection, ear protection, safety shoes)


The Shippensburg, PA Procter & Gamble site operates 7-days per week.

We rely on local talent and relocation is generally not paid.

Technicians work any day of the week, including weekends.

Work on weekends may be as overtime or as part of the Technician's normal schedule.

Changes in business volume and production requirements can cause the plant to occasionally change the length of work shifts or the rotation schedule.

The hours of work vary from 8 to 12 hours per day, depending on the specific role.

Shift rotations vary from working a single straight shift to working two or three rotating shifts.

Technicians are expected to be willing to rotate and to work any shift.

Additional days could be required to be worked as overtime.




Just so you know:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment.

We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.




All will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor.




Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position, except in rare situations based on Procter & Gamble's sole discretion.

Applicants for U.S. based positions are eligible to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

We do not sponsor for permanent residency.

Any exceptions are based on the Company's specific business needs at the time and place of recruitment as well as the particular qualifications of the individual.




Procter & Gamble participates in e-verify as required by law.




Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed.



We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.






Job Schedule
Full time

Job Number
R000139191

Job Segmentation
Plant Technicians

Starting Pay / Salary Range
$21.47 / hour

Required Skill Profession

Other General