2nd Shift Forklift Operator

Georgia-Pacific; Albion Township (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift differential

Overtime opportunities

Attendance program

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Albion, MI is seeking safety-oriented Forklift Operators to join our team. The role offers a starting wage of $24.00 per hour with a $1.50 per hour second-shift differential and opportunities to increase compensation based on skills and plant performance.

Shifts vary; 2nd shift is currently hiring, with orientation on 1st shift. Requires flexibility to work any shift, overtime, holidays, and weekends; attendance is tracked under a point-based system.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing/warehouse setting.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Georgia-Pacific mobile equipment license and related permits.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Load and unload materials using a forklift.
• Complete inventory/department documentation, manually and with computer software.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and fueling equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety oriented

Attendance discipline

Tools

Georgia-Pacific mobile equipment license

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is looking for safety-oriented individuals to join our team as a Forklift Operator in ourAlbion, MIFacility.

• $24.00 per hour
• 2 nd shift differential is $1.50 per hour
• You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the plant.

Shift

• Only candidates who are flexible to be assigned to work any shift will be considered
• Candidates must be flexible and available to work first, second, or third shift as needed. This will include overtime, holidays, and weekends.
• Currently hiring for 2 nd shift.
• Orientation will be on 1 st shift (7am-3pm), and you will be assigned your permanent 2 nd shift after your orientation.
• Albion operates on a point-based attendance program.

Shift Hours:

• 1 st shift: Monday – Friday 7am-3pm; weekends and overtime as needed
• 2 nd shift: Monday – Friday 3pm-11pm; weekends and overtime as needed
• 3 rd shift: Monday – Friday 11pm-7am; weekends and overtime as needed

Forklift Operators are responsible for ensuring that production goals are met by moving material efficiently through various departments in the facility and providing supplies for operators. A strong commitment to safety standards and knowledge of forklift operations are critical for success in this role. If you are self-motivated and committed to attendance excellence, we look forward to hearing from you!

What You Will Do In Your Role

• Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Loading and unloading incoming and outgoing materials and finished product using a forklift.
• Complete inventory/department documentation (both manually and with the use of a computer software system)
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and fueling equipment

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements:

• Previous experience operating a forklift safely in a manufacturing, industrial or warehouse environment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Georgia Pacific mobile equipment license and other permits for operating mobile equipment

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience driving a forklift in a sheet feeder facility
• Experience driving an electric lift truck
• Experience driving a clamp truck
• Experience using a computer for record-keeping and documentation functions

For this role, we anticipate paying $24.00 per hour. This role is eligible for an additional $1.50 per hour for 2 nd shift.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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
• health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave
• 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.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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