Forklift Operator - Corrigan Plywood

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Corrigan (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific has an opening for a Forklift Operator at our CORRIGAN, TX Plywood Mill. If you are motivated by working in a fast-paced environment while operating a forklift safely and efficiently, this may be the job for you!

The starting wage is $25.00 an hour, with duties including operating a forklift, adhering to safety guidelines, and maintaining clean, efficient workflows within a plywood mill environment in Corrigan, Texas.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience operating a forklift in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with loading/unloading in tight spaces such as warehouses or truck trailers.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely to move materials and maintain productivity.
• Work and communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Identify veneer grades and understand how to apply them in operations.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to achieve quality and productivity goals.
• Adhere to safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading/unloading in tight spaces

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific has an opening for a Forklift Operator at our CORRIGAN, TX Plywood Mill. If you are motivated by working in a fast-paced environment while operating a forklift safely and efficiently, this may be the job for you!

Rate of Pay and Work Schedule

• The starting wage for this position is $25.00 an hour.

Our Team

• Georgia-Pacific in CORRIGAN, TX manufactures pine plywood panels and siding that are ideal for residential and light commercial construction. GP employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com

Key Responsibilities

• Have the mental and physical ability to operate a Forklift and work intensely at a rapid pace
• Work and communicate well with co-workers and supervisors
• Apply knowledge of veneer grades and be able to properly identify veneer
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to achieve quality and productivity goals
• Adhere to all safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness of work area throughout shift to ensure a safe and orderly working environment

Basic Qualifications

• At least one year of experience operating a forklift in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with loading/unloading in tight spaces for example: warehouses, truck trailers, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating a forklift
• Experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks including climbing ladders and working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in a plywood mill environment with dust, noise, heat, and cold conditions.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).