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Forklift Driver

WestRock Company • Aurora, IL • 12h ago

Available Shift(s):

3rd Shift: 11 PM - 7 AM (Sunday - Thursday)

Must be able to work daily or weekend overtime as required.

Starting Wage Range: $22.95/hr with increases to $26.54/hr after becoming certified in the position

Additional Incentives:

Shift Differentials ($0.50/hr for 2nd shift, $0.65/hr for 3rd shift)

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available immediately

Company Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Overtime Potential

401(k) with Company Contributions

11 Paid Holidays and Vacation Pay

Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses

Employee Referral Program: $1,250 per hourly employee

Tuition Reimbursement

Primary Job Duties:

Duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks, loading/unloading trailers, managing product inventories, conducting quality checks, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Loading/unloading trucks and trailers safely.

Occasionally required to fill out bills of lading, change fuel tanks on the lift and complete data entry.

Inspect forklift daily at the start of the shift ensuring all safety features are operational. Complete checklist documenting inspection.

Safely move materials throughout the facility.

Use an RF scanner for receipts of returns or deliveries.

Verify all counts, quantities, quality and descriptions of products and materials received, shipped or warehouse are what is expected.

Service production lines, delivering products as requested.

Properly palletize or shrink wrap a unit.

Perform regular inventory and cycle counts.

Safely change forklift propane tanks and/or batteries as needed.

Maintaining a clean work environment

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Must have a valid driver\u2019s license.

Must pass a written and driving test to obtain a forklift operator\u2019s license.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.

Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math used in the manufacturing process.

Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs., navigate stairs, stand, walk, and bend throughout the entire shift with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment that is hot and humid in the Summer/Fall.

Ability to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.

Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.

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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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