Forklift Driver

International Paper; Lebanon (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper in Lebanon, IN is seeking a Forklift Driver for 2nd or 3rd shift. The role is hourly full-time with a pay rate of $22.50 per hour. You will load and unload deliveries, move materials, and document warehouse activity in a GMP-compliant environment.

The job requires at least 18 years old, a high school diploma or equivalent, and forklift experience. Strong safety and attendance records are essential, with the ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
• Strong focus on maintaining a safe and organized workplace.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and vendors.
• Must have 2 years or more sit-down forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Must comply and support all applicable GMPs, Site Security, and Food Packaging Defense requirements that are referenced in the facilities GFSI food packaging safety program.
• Other duties as assigned by any member of management.
• Review paperwork and note customer specifications.
• Load trailers as specified in paperwork or directed by supervisor.
• Unload deliveries and transport to specified locations.
• Transport materials throughout the plant.
• Document all warehouse activity timely and accurately.
• Always comply with all plant rules and safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attendance

Safety mindset

Effective communication

18+ years old

Teamwork

Sit-down forklift

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Job description

Position Title:

Forklift Driver

Pay Rate:

$22.50/hr

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

• 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm – Monday-Friday)
• 3rd Shift (11pm – 7am – Sunday – Thursday)

Physical Location:

Lebanon Box Facility

800 Edwards Drive

Lebanon, IN 46052

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The Job You Will Perform:

• Must comply and support all applicable GMPs, Site Security, and Food Packaging Defense requirements that are referenced in the facilities GFSI food packaging safety program.
• Other duties as assigned by any member of management.
• Review paperwork and note customer specifications.
• Load trailers as specified in paperwork or directed by supervisor.
• Unload deliveries and transport to specified locations.
• Transport materials throughout the plant.
• Document all warehouse activity timely and accurately.
• Always comply with all plant rules and safety procedures.

These responsibilities and duties are not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may be added or deleted as necessary.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
• Strong focus on maintaining a safe and organized workplace.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and vendors.
• Must have 2 years or more sit-down forklift experience.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

Continuous training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com