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Forklift Driver

WestRock Company • Pleasant Prairie, WI • 9h ago

Forklift Driver

Starting Pay: $27.85

Shift: 3rd Shift 11pm-7am

Level: Intermediate, min. 2 years\u2019 experience in a manufacturing or production setting

Work Environment: Onsite, non-climate-controlled

The opportunity:

Forklift Drivers play a critical role in our production process. They are responsible for moving materials and finished product within the plant and loading/unloading trailers. The job is fast-paced, requires attention to detail, and a relentless focus on safety. Opportunities to cross train on other similar machinery may be available.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Primary job duties will include but are not limited to:

Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant\u2019s safety culture

Load/unload production machines, trailers, and hazmat materials utilizing Thors and onboard computers

Perform safety inspections for trailers, docks, and dock plates

Utilize proper PPE for forklift safety checks and changing propane tanks

Inspect pallets for excessive debris and structural issues

Alert Machine Operators to product quality issues

Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace

Perform various other duties as needed

What you need to succeed:

Minimum 2 years of forklift experience in a manufacturing or production setting

Knowledge of scanning systems

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English

Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals and procedure manuals.

Understanding of how to read shipping tags and shipping manifests

Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math

Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary PPE.)

Ability sit/drive continuously with occasional walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping.

Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.

Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

Experience moving units without pallets preferred

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Benefits include:

Medical w/ HSA

Dental

Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

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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