Forklift Operator (2nd and 3rd Shifts) - La Mirada, CA

Georgia-Pacific LLC; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking motivated Forklift Operators for the La Mirada, CA facility on 2nd and 3rd shifts. The starting rate is $24.67 per hour plus shift differential, with a commitment to safety and timely delivery of finished goods.

Role involves operating a forklift, loading/unloading materials, and completing shipping documentation. Candidates need at least two years of forklift experience and must be willing to work weekends and overtime.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience operating a forklift, clamp truck, or other similar equipment.
• Safety-oriented mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced industrial setting.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate a forklift (certified).
• Load and unload materials.
• Complete shipping documentation accurately (manual and computer systems).
• Determine production and distribution resources.
• Participate in setting team goals and managing assignments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform basic computer shipping tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Forklift Operator -2nd and 3rd Shifts - La Mirada, CA

This position offers a competitive benefits package with a starting hourly rate of $24.67 plus shift differential!

Georgia-Pacific is looking for motivated Forklift Operators with a passion for safety to join our team in La Mirada, CA! Are you looking for a team where you can make a difference? Then don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity with Georgia-Pacific at our La Mirada, CA facility! GP is looking for a Material Forklift Operator who is safety-oriented to join our team. This position contributes to the overall success of the facility by ensuring accurate and timely delivery of our finished goods in order to meet and exceed the needs of customers. If you are committed to safety and enjoy working with a team, we want to hear from you today! Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation’s leading corrugated box manufacturers. To learn more about our Corrugated Division, visit http://www.gppackaging.com/Corrugated

Position Specific Details and Highlights

• Starting wages are $24.67 per hour plus shift differential
• 2nd shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
• 3rd shift: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am
• Competitive Benefits and Perks: 401k match, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Free Employee Assistance Program.

Additional Information

• This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

What You Will Do In Your Role

• Safely drive and operate a forklift (obtain/maintain certification)
• Load and unload materials
• Properly and accurately complete all required shipping documentation (both manually and with the use of a computer software system)
• Determine the resources available for the production and distribution process
• Participate in setting team goals and managing job assignments
• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Utilize basic computer skills to complete shipping tasks
• Work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment
• Work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Sit for at least eight (8) - (10) hours a day
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Two (2) years of experience operating a forklift, clamp truck, or other similar type of equipment

What Will Put You Ahead

• One (1) year of experience driving and operating a forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Previous experience using a Radio Frequency (RF) scanner

For this role, we anticipate paying $24.67 per hour.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf