Forklift Driver - 2nd/3rd Shift, Growth & Safety

Smurfit Westrock; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

development opportunities

Company paid life insurance and AD&D

Short term and long term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Wisconsin is hiring a Forklift Driver for 2nd/3rd shift to move materials, load/unload, and support production. You will use scanners and onboard systems to keep accurate inventory and ensure timely material flow on a fast-paced line.

The role requires at least 2 years of forklift experience, attention to safety, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds. A climate-controlled environment is limited, and PPE is provided. Training and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of forklift driving experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or production environment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment in a fast-paced industrial setting.
• Experience using scanning systems, inventory management tools, or onboard computer systems.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping tags, manifests, operating instructions, and procedural documentation.
• Basic math skills and the ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment including safety glasses, safety footwear, hearing protection, and other safety equipment as required.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to sit and operate equipment continuously with occasional walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, climbing, and reaching.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, attendance, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment to transport raw materials, finished goods, and packaging materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload production equipment, trailers, and hazardous materials using onboard computer systems and established procedures.
• Perform pre shift equipment inspections and conduct safety checks on trailers, docks, dock plates, and material handling equipment.
• Utilize scanning systems and inventory management tools to accurately track product movement and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Monitor product quality and communicate concerns or issues to production operators and supervisors.
• Support production efficiency by ensuring materials are delivered promptly to machines and finished goods are transported for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while complying with all company safety standards and PPE requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and assist with additional operational responsibilities as business needs require.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

English literacy

Inventory management

Tools

Scanners

Onboard computer

Inventory systems

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Wisconsin is hiring a Forklift Driver for 2nd/3rd shift to move materials, load/unload, and support production. You will use scanners and onboard systems to keep accurate inventory and ensure timely material flow on a fast-paced line.

The role requires at least 2 years of forklift experience, attention to safety, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds. A climate-controlled environment is limited, and PPE is provided. Training and advancement opportunities are available.