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Forklift Operator

Menasha Corporation · Normal, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

What kind of forklift experience do you have, and what types of trucks have you run?

What they are checking: Whether they have real, recent experience on equipment like sit-down or stand-up trucks.

Tell me about a time you followed a standard procedure even when a shortcut seemed faster.

What they are checking: Whether they stick to SOPs, which the posting says all processing must follow.

How do you stay focused and accurate when the work is repetitive?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep quality and attention steady over a full shift.

Have you ever had a near miss on a forklift? What did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest about safety events and take them seriously.

What would you do

You notice the forklift you were assigned has a leaking hydraulic hose. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they tag it out and report it instead of running unsafe equipment to keep moving.

A coworker is walking in the forklift lane while you're carrying a load. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop, use the horn and communicate instead of assuming people will move.

Your supervisor gives you a long list of loads to move and the shift is almost over. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize and communicate rather than rushing and cutting safety corners.

About the work

Walk me through the pre-shift inspection you do on a forklift.

What they are checking: Whether they check brakes, forks, horn, fluids and controls every time before driving.

How do you make sure outgoing material meets the customer's specs before it ships?

What they are checking: Whether they check condition and counts carefully, since this role signs off on outgoing quality.

How do you stack and secure a load so it doesn't shift or fall?

What they are checking: Whether they understand load center, weight limits and safe stacking.

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The full job description

As published by Menasha Corporation.

Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions. ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE) Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here. Join us and become part of the power behind possible. About The Opportunity ORBIS RPM is hiring a Forklift Operator to join our team. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for processing all materials in accordance with established standard operating procedures. This role ensures that all outgoing materials are in acceptable condition and meet customer specifications. Duties include general material handling and operating a forklift to move, load, and organize materials throughout the facility. Why ORBIS? At ORBIS, our people come first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. That’s why we offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package — available after just 30 days of employment — including: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401(k) with a Company Match • Annual Incentive Plan • And more great benefits designed to support you and your family We take pride in providing a safe, clean workplace and a family‑friendly schedule that promotes a healthy work‑life balance. When you join ORBIS, you join a team that invests in your success from day one. Pay rate-$19.00 per hour Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Loading and unloading incoming/outgoing trailers using forklift. • Stage incoming product for processing using forklift. • Perform product processing per documented work instructions. • Accurate completion of all paperwork. • Maintain warehouse accuracy and report any issues that could affect proper inventory counts. • Ensure all efforts meet the quality requirements of the customer, reporting any issues immediately. • Inspect product and prep for shipment. • Complete daily equipment checks and informs Service Center Manager when outside maintenance is required. Work Experience: • 1 year of distribution or warehouse experience • Prior forklift experience required Two companies, one vision. Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online. Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. The possibilities are endless. The power is yours! Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

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