Forklift Operator

Smurfit Westrock Company; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Company in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking a Forklift Operator to load and unload materials, move them safely around the plant, and support production through accurate material handling.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to read and interpret safety rules and basic documents, intermediate arithmetic, and a willingness to work overtime. Candidates must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to perform intermediate arithmetic with decimals, fractions, ratios.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Good attendance is required.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner.
• Material grading.
• Monitor bale weights.
• Complete all appropriate paperwork.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Complete all assigned trainings.
• Active participant in Health and Safety programs.
• Performs other job duties as needed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Arithmetic

Attendance

Overtime readiness

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials. The Forklift Operator shall move materials to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks and into railroad cars, trucks or storage areas. They are responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift and the proper operation of the forklift. In addition, is responsible for participating in cross training efforts for specific plant needs and sharing those duties with other drivers. Duties also include the completion of all required quality tests and inspections and notifying supervisors of any observed concerns in the production area related to either product handled or the safety of the facility.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner
• Material grading
• Monitor bale weights
• Complete all appropriate paperwork
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Completes all assigned trainings.
• Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of WestRock
• Performs other job duties as needed.

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred.
• Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences and memos.
• Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have ability to perform intermediate arithmetic dealing with decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.