Forklift Operator — Dynamic Warehouse Specialist

International Paper; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper in West Columbia, SC is seeking a warehouse associate to support production lines and warehouse operations. The role requires forklift operation experience, strict adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with floor leads to resolve issues on the shop floor.

The position emphasizes flexibility, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and readiness to perform various duties including loading/unloading, inventory, and material handling. Local applicants preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies
• Load trucks and secure product in accordance with customer requirements
• Load and unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting device
• Monitor material usage on work floor and supply production lines with raw materials
• Weigh materials or products and record results on tags, labels, or production schedules
• Keep production lines supplied with raw materials
• Inventory product as needed. And label, sort, wrap and tie product
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device
• Adapt schedule to work alongside the changing demands of the warehouse
• Communicate with floor lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues, unacceptable or non-conforming loads, poor bale quality, or any other issues with material being handled
• Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines
• Special projects as business dictate
• Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

International Paper in West Columbia, SC is seeking a warehouse associate to support production lines and warehouse operations. The role requires forklift operation experience, strict adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with floor leads to resolve issues on the shop floor.

The position emphasizes flexibility, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and readiness to perform various duties including loading/unloading, inventory, and material handling. Local applicants preferred.