Forklift Operator

Smurfit Westrock plc; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Paid Lunches

401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Boots Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Sioux City, IA is hiring a Forklift Operator. The role requires operating industrial trucks, loading/unloading materials, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.

Starting wage ranges from $21.61/hr with increases to $24.68/hr after 60 days. Benefits include health and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement. Overtime and weekend shifts are required as needed.

Qualifications

• Must pass a written and driving test to obtain forklift operator license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage industrial trucks to load and unload materials and move them to storage areas and docks.
• Perform quality checks and report any safety concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Stamina

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.

Join the WestRock team inSioux City, IA as a Forklift Operator - Available Shift(s): 2nd Starting Wage Range: $21.61 hr with increases to up to $24.68 after 60 days

Additional Incentives:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available after 60 days
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Lunches and Breaks
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Paid Holidays and PTO Within the First Year
• Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development Opportunities

Primary duties include: The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into 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 at our facility, in addition to participating in cross training efforts for specific plant needs and sharing those duties with other drivers. The Forklift Operator is occasionally required to fill out bills of lading, change fuel tanks on the lift, or picks up parts, paper, objects and residue off the floor and around workstation. Duties 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. Other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What you need to succeed:

• Ability to operate industrial trucks and follow specific directions
• Required to pass a written and driving test to obtain operator’s license
• Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis, reach, kneel, and stand for up to 12 hrs. a day.
• Required to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.
• Must be willing to work any available shift.

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.