Forklift Operator

International Paper; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team in Fridley, MN. This role involves loading and unloading products to meet shipment deadlines while maintaining safety and quality. The position offers a starting wage of $23.34 an hour, increasing to $26.60 after 90 days, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

401(k) and/or Pension

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a forklift.
• Basic knowledge of operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure shipment deadlines are met by loading and unloading warehouse and trailers.
• Recognize and report any safety, quality, or production issues.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in the warehouse.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Job description

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Pay Rate

Starting wage $23.34 (after 90 days $26.60) per hour.

Position Title

Forklift Operator

Pay Rate

Starting wage $23.34 (after 90 days $26.60) per hour.

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time 2nd Shift (3 PM-11 PM)

Physical Location:

Fridley

350 Northco Drive

Fridley, MN 55432

763-528-7500

The Job You Will Perform

Forklift Operator is responsible to insure shipment deadlines are met on a daily basis. Loading and unloading the warehouse and trailers safely and within the guidelines. Recognize and correct or report any safety, quality or production issues utilizing tools provided. Achieve the highest level of quality, productivity and superior housekeeping. Ability to communicate with multiple departments.

The Skills You Will Bring

• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, corrugated or converting industry is preferred, but not required.
• Safely and efficiently, operate a forklift to move, relocate, stack and count product in a fast-paced production environment.
• Required to perform daily lift checks
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of operating systems
• Must keep accurate counts when loading and unloading
• Pull and prepare product for shipment while ensuring accuracy
• Excellent housekeeping inside the warehouse and outside the docks
• Maintain a good working relationship with the people
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Strong work ethic, good judgment and decision-making skills
• Perform well with limited direct supervision
• Knowledge of general computer operations.
  
  

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, 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. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and 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 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing and Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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