Forklift Operator

WestRock
Norcross , GA
Full-time

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE : SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose : Innovate Boldly.

Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Converting 3p-11p but that shift is usually working 3p 3a

Converting WIP is 3p -11p with an opportunity for Overtime 3p 3a if needed

  • PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY :
  • Operates fork truck to remove units from banding line and load trucks for shipping units to customer. Keeps tally of what is shipped to customer
  • SAFETY PROCEDURES :
  • Read and understand SAFETY RULES & HOUSEKEEPING GUIDELINES and receive training in proper operating procedures
  • Receive instructions in the following;
  • Fork Truck operation
  • Hearing protection
  • Safety shoes
  • Moving machinery
  • Conveyor safety
  • Lifting and pushing / pulling
  • HOUSEKEEPING :
  • Perform daily clean up of area
  • Dump trash as needed
  • Perform extra clan up during downtime
  • Maintain neat & orderly warehouse
  • REQUIREMENTS :
  • Must be trained and licensed
  • B Read & use Factory Order, production schedule, and loading

manifest to determine loading requirements

C. Ability to :

  • Use loading manifest to know what to load
  • Perform daily inspection of fork truck
  • Operate fork truck in a safe manner
  • Properly load & unload trailers
  • Make out bill of lading
  • Properly store units in warehouse
  • Supply machines with stock & / or materials
  • Properly receive materials
  • Properly palletize or shrink wrap a unit
  • Maintain tally of what has been loaded
  • Identify units
  • Handle units to avoid damage
  • EQUIPMENT OPERATED :
  • Computer input terminal
  • Fork truck
  • Shrink wrap equipment
  • Hand bander
  • QUALITY :
  • Perform the following quality checks
  • Visually inspect units for appearance
  • Visually inspect units for damage
  • If major problem notify supervisor
  • COMMUNICATION :
  • Verbal
  • Written
  • EDUCATIONAL TRAINING :
  • Ability to read and do basic math

B. Ability to read a tape measure

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.

Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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