2nd Shift Forklift Operator - Savannah, GA Recycling

Georgia-Pacific; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Recycling in Savannah, GA is seeking a 2nd Shift Forklift Operator to support the movement of product through the recycling facility. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and adherence to procedures while handling forklift operations on a fast-paced line.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading trailers, accurate record-keeping for inbound and outbound shipments, and cooperating with team members to maintain a safe, productive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• 6 months or more forklift experience.
• Industrial/manufacturing background.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to load and unload trailers.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Work collaboratively with other team members.
• Ensure a safe work environment by removing debris from areas within the warehouse.
• Perform work that requires lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Promote safe work practices and adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours.

Skills

Forklift operation

Industrial environment

Job description

2nd Shift Forklift Operator - Savannah, GA Recycling

Georgia-Pacific Recycling is seeking a2nd ShiftForklift Operator for at ourSavannah, GA Recyclingfacility.

This role supports the sustainability efforts of Georgia-Pacific by facilitating the movement of incoming and outgoing product through the facility. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety standards, excellence attendance, and knowledge of forklift operations.

Starting at $20-22/hr. depending on experience

Shift: This role works weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.

• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific Harmon Recycling is one of the largest pure traders of recycled fiber in the world, trading in excess of 100 thousand tons per week. We develop markets for our supplier’s recovered materials and provide a reliable source of quality feed stock to our global customer base. To learn more about our Harmon Recycling division, visit www.gapacrecycling.com

What You Will Do

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to load and unload trailers.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Work collaboratively with other team members
• Ensure a safe work environment throughout the facility by removing debris from areas within the warehouse.
• Perform work that requires lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Promote safe work practices and maintaining strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours a day.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• 6 months or more of experience using a forklift to load and unload trailers

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with a skid steer or front-end loader

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

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 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.

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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