Forklift Operator

Smurfit-Westrock; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Forklift Operator in Louisville, KY to load/unload materials and move goods across storage areas, machines and docks. You will ensure safe forklift operation, complete required quality tests, and report safety concerns to supervisors as part of a team focused on efficiency and safety.

Responsibilities include material grading, bale weight monitoring, paperwork completion, and routine preventive maintenance, with participation in health and safety programs and

Qualifications

• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to perform intermediate arithmetic with decimals and fractions.

Responsibilities

• 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 Health and Safety programs.
• Performs other job duties as needed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Arithmetic ability

Safety rules adherence

Documentation interpretation

Overtime willingness

Attendance reliability

Basic forklift operation knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

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