Forklift Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sustainable paper and packaging solutions industry seeks a Forklift Operator in Martinsville, VA. This full-time role involves safely operating forklifts to handle materials, ensuring all safety regulations are met while performing essential duties in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely operate a forklift.
• Experience with RF scanners preferred.
• Ability to maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, warehouse products and materials.
• Inspect forklift safety features daily.
• Complete necessary paperwork related to product movement.

Skills

Safety Operation

Inspection

Forklift Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

General Information

Job ID

ATR51661

Posting Job Title

Forklift Operator

Locations

VA Martinsville Assembly

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

14-May-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Summary

The Material Handler - Assembly position is responsible for loading and unloading trucks; warehousing product and materials and supplying production lines with requested product and/or components.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include The Following

• Inspect forklift daily at the start of the shift insuring all safety features are operational.
• Complete checklist documenting inspection.
• Safe operation of forklift, moving materials throughout the facility. Assure all materials shipped and warehoused are handled in a manner that prevents damage.
• Load and unload trucks; warehouse products and materials.
• Inspect trailers for Safety at beginning of loading and unloading
• Use an RF scanner for receipts, issues to lines, returns, and bar code locations.
• Verify all counts, quantities and descriptions of products and materials received, shipped or warehoused.
• Service production lines, delivering product and/or components as requested.
• Timely and accurate completion of paperwork associated with the movement of product and materials.
• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the warehouse and the loading docks.
• Perform regular inventory and cycle counts.
• Safely change forklift propane tanks and/or batteries as needed.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

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

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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