Forklift Operator

Smurfit Westrock; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to safely load and unload materials, move stock to correct locations, and maintain accurate inventory records. You will inspect equipment, follow LOTO safety rules, and collaborate with team members to ensure efficient shipping operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to read English, and prior forklift experience in the shipping or corrugated box industry. Overtime and physical work are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to read, speak, write and comprehend basic English.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Good physical condition; able to lift 25–50 lb consistently.
• Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Prior shipping forklift experience required.
• Prior work in corrugated box industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries.
• Move materials to storage areas, machines and loading docks.
• Scan units into proper locations and maintain accurate stock locations.
• Inspect forklift and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure proper packing and protection of units for shipment.
• Maintain neat, safe stacks and comply with safety policies.
• Assist other forklift operators as needed and follow LOTO procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

LOTO procedures

Teamwork

Read English text

Manual lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Description & Requirements 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.

Description & Requirements 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.

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

The Opportunity

Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Primary Duties

• Operate and care for the forklift in a safe manner
• Load and unload trailers, including sheet orders with or without pallets
• Take finished product from the unitizer line and store in proper locations in the shipping department; this includes the shipping line in the corrugator. Scan all units into proper locations
• Check units and load tags for accuracy; report any problems to supervision as they occur
• Complete and document a forklift inspection form before the start of the shift and when operating a new forklift; turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs
• Ensure that all units loaded on trailers for delivery have proper number of bands in proper locations, adequate cover sheets, adequate stretch wrap if necessary, and any other details which may affect the appearance or protection of the units
• Locate stock before the start of the run
• Deliver appropriate stock to appropriate machines
• Remove finished goods from machines
• Maintain, neat, orderly, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas
• Maintain accurate location of stock ins storage area by paperwork/ computer
• Transfer units manually in the computer
• Look up history of unitized inventory
• Hand unitize units as necessary
• Hand wrap units together as necessary
• Complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Assist other forklift operators as necessary
• Follow LOTO procedures
• Notify supervision of needed repairs
• Regular and timely attendance required.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
• Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
• May be assigned to other projects and duties
• unit specific value proposition statements

What You Need To Succeed

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Able to read, speak, write and comprehend basic English
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Good physical condition, i.e. able to lift 25-50# on a consistent basis
• Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
• Prior shipping forklift experience is required
• Prior work experience in the corrugated box industry

What We Offer

Benefit eligibility begins Day 1

• Benefits include:
• Medical w/ HSA
• Dental Vision
• Mental Health
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.