Forklift Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differentials

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) with Company Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Paid Lunches & Breaks

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Sioux City, IA is seeking a Forklift Operator to load and unload materials, move them between storage areas, machines and docks, and participate in cross-training for plant needs. The role offers 2nd shift (2PM–10PM) with starting wages from $21.61/hour and incentives.

Candidates must pass written and driving tests for operator's license, work safely under all regulations, lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly, and be available for overtime and various shifts.

Qualifications

• Able to operate industrial trucks and follow directions.
• Must pass written and driving test to obtain operator's license.
• Work safely and comply with safety regulations.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long shifts.
• Willing to work daily overtime and various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage industrial trucks to load/unload materials and move them to storage areas, machines and loading docks.
• Ensure proper operation and care of the forklift and perform duties across shift changes as required.
• Complete quality checks and inspections and report any safety concerns to supervision.
• Support cross-training efforts for plant needs and assist other drivers as needed.

Skills

Operate industrial trucks

Safety compliance

Lift up to 50 lbs

Shift flexibility

Written & driving test

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.

Forklift Operator - Sioux City, IA

Join the WestRock team in Sioux City, IA as a Forklift Operator

Shift(s) Available: 2nd shift 2PM -10 PM

Starting Wage Range: $21.61/hr and up to $24.86

Additional Incentives

• Shift Differentials - $1.05 2nd and 3rd only


• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available (Enter date)


• 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 pick 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.

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.