Forklift Operator - Green Bay (Broadway)

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Vacation time

Paid holidays

PTO (48 hours)

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement

Safe work environment

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Broadway facility in Green Bay. You will operate forklifts to move materials, work on a rotating 12-hour shift that includes days and nights, and follow safety rules in a high-volume mill environment.

A starting pay of $22–$24 per hour plus a $3/hour night shift premium applies, with opportunities for overtime and advancement. The role includes a full benefits package starting the first month, paid holidays, vacation, PTO, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
• Able to perform tasks in a loud, industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment with various attachments to move material for production flow.
• Use a warehouse management system to manage daily jobs.
• Perform general housekeeping to keep areas safe.
• Conduct minor and preventative maintenance on forklifts.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE.
• Attend scheduled shifts and training sessions as required.
• Perform tasks such as lifting and standing for up to 12 hours in a high-volume environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer literacy

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System

PDA/Tablet

Job description

Do you want to work for a company that will give you the tools you need to succeed and grow? If so, then we have the opportunity for you! Start your career as a Forklift Operator for Georgia-Pacific at our Broadway facility in our Logistics Department. Forklift Operators will work a rotating 12-hour shift that includes days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime hours.

Our Team

The Green Bay Broadway Mill manufactures and distributes leading commercial and retail brands of paper products (bath tissue, napkins, and towels). Every day, GP employees and products help maintain a strong, stable economy in Northeastern Wisconsin.

The starting rate of pay is $22-24/HR and will be determined based on experience. A $3.00/hour shift premium will be paid out for all night-shift hours worked (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM). This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Additional Benefits to consider:

Full benefits package that begins the first of the month following the start date

Two (2) weeks of vacation prorated for the first year

11 Paid Holidays each calendar year

48 Hours of PTO (1-yr waiting period until PTO is earned and will be pro-rated during the first year of eligibility)

Opportunities to advance based on capability, not seniority

Work in a progressive, safety-conscious work environment

Overtime opportunities

What You Will Do

• Operating mobile equipment with various attachments; clamps, fork, prongs, etc., to move material throughout the mill to ensure a smooth flow for production
• Using a warehouse management system to manage the various jobs that need to be completed each day
• Performing general housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards
• Conducting minor and preventative maintenance repairs and tasks on fork trucks
• Adhering to strict safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Attending your regular scheduled shift without violations including tardiness which at times will include participating in meetings and training sessions as required
• Performing tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, industrial, non-temperature controlled, high-volume environment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience using a computer OR tablet OR smartphone
• Speak, Read and Write English

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience working a rotating shift
• Experience using a warehouse management system
• Experience working with a team

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.

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 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.