Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator Denton TX.

At Georgia-Pacific, we don’t believe that a job is just simply a job. We see each role as a career and a way to advance your skills to not only better your life, but the community as well.

We are searching for a Forklift Operator at our facility in Denton, TX. If you are a safety-minded individual, we want to hear from you today!

This role is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit team dedicated to safety at our Denton, TX sheet feeder plant! This position creates value by safely assisting with the production of corrugated sheets to be made into printed boxes for our valued customers.

We offer opportunities for advancement as those openings occur.

Salary

• Starting pay rate : $21.75 per hour.
• Shift Differential : 2nd Shift (.75) & 3rd Shift ($1.00).
• This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Shift

Currently hiring for :

• 2nd (2 : 00pm 10 : 00pm) Shift.
• 3rd (10 : 00pm - 6 : 00am) Shift.

What You Will Do in Your Role

• Safely driving and operating a forklift (obtain / maintain certification)
• Loading and unloading materials
• Properly and accurately completing all required shipping documentation (both manually and with the use of a computer software system)
• Determining the resources available for the production and distribution process
• Participating in setting team goals and managing job assignments
• Performing general housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Utilize basic computer skills to complete shipping tasks
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Willing and able to sit for at least eight (8) (12) hours a day
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements :

One (1) year of experience operating a forklift, clamp truck, or other similar type of equipment

What Will Put You Ahead

Requirements :

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year of experience driving and operating a forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Previous experience using a Radio Frequency (RF) scanner

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation / time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.