Forklift Driver - 3rd Shift

International Paper; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 3rd shift in Waxahachie, TX. The role involves operating a forklift, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and communicating effectively with team members. The position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and various benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program

Medical & Dental

Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)

Life & Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely lift/move up to 75lbs.
• Operator must wear all required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Complete the forklift checklist and communicate with maintenance on any issue.
• Check trailer appearance for cleanliness, damage, safety.
• Load trailer and scan unit.

Skills

Counting and stacking finished product

Reading orders

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Ability to read a measuring tape and ruler

Job description

Forklift Driver - 3rd Shift

Description:

**Position Title** **:**

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

**Pay Rate** :

$21.21/hr **Sign on Bonus** :

$500 after 30 days,

$500 after 6 months,

**Retention Bonus** :

$500 after 1 year

Additional lump sum after 2 years

**Category/Shift** :

Hourly Full-Time

**Physical Location** :

200 Butcher Rd

Waxahachie, TX 75165

**The Job You Will Perform:**

+ Forklift Operator is responsible for the following duties, as outlined by his/her supervisor

+ Complete the forklift checklist and communicate with maintenance on any issue

+ Obtain tallies from Coordinator to be loaded

+ Check trailer appearance for cleanliness, damage, safety

+ Check unit appearance - proper dunnage, bands, load tags, special instructions

+ Scan unit from discharge line

+ Locate and scan to proper area – trailer or location

+ Load trailer – scan unit, scan door

+ Check computer for last unit

+ Communicate shortage, overrun partials, damage to Coordinator

+ Completion of trailer – Check cube, put on load bar, notify Coordinator

+ Operator must wear all required personal protective equipment

+ Operator must keep work areas clean and free of debris, including keeping floor clean of sheets

+ Operator must be able to safely lift/move up to 75lbs during regular work shift

+ Operator must follow lock-out/ tag-out procedures

**The Skills You Will Bring:**

+ Counting and stacking finished product

+ Reading orders

+ Ability to read, write, and speak English

+ Ability to read a measuring tape and ruler

**The Benefits You Will Enjoy:**

+ Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

+ Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program

+ Medical & Dental

+ Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)

+ Life & Disability Insurance

**The Career You Will Build:**

+ Leadership training

+ Promotional opportunities

**The Impact You Will Make:**

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 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. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

**The Company You Will Join:**

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. In Russia, we have a 50/50 joint venture, Ilim Group, the country's largest integrated manufacturer of pulp and paper. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

**_International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._**

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Location:

Waxahachie, TX, US, 75165

Category: Hourly Job

Date: May 19, 2025

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