Forklift Operator (Mt. Wolf, PA)

Georgia-Pacific; Mount Wolf (York County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Mt Wolf, PA is hiring a Forklift Operator to join our corrugated facility. You will safely operate a 10,000 lb sit-down forklift, load/unload materials, and keep accurate shipment records to support smooth production.

You should be comfortable working on multiple shifts, with first-week orientation on 1st shift. The role requires basic computer use, adherence to safety rules, and teamwork in a dynamic industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of sit-down forklift experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or scan gun for documentation and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 10,000 lb sit-down forklift with push-pull attachment.
• Load and unload materials and ensure loads are secure.
• Maintain accurate inbound/outbound shipment records.
• Assist team in meeting production goals and keeping machines stocked.
• Follow safety rules and keep work areas clean and hazard-free.

Skills

Sit-down forklift

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Team communication

Tools

Scan gun

PDA/Tablet

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring a Forklift Operator to join our Corrugated facility in Mt Wolf, PA! Do you enjoy working in a team environment operating mobile equipment? Are you committed to safety? If so, then check out our Forklift Operator opportunity!

Our forklift operators are responsible for retrieving, organizing, and staging finished products from the production line to ensure smooth workflow and prepare them for shipment or further processing.

Grow Your Pay as You Grow Your Skills

• Start at $22.59/hour
• Earn up to $24.90/hour once fully trained
• $2.00/hour 2nd Shift Differential
• $1.00/hour 3rd Shift Differential
• Additional opportunities to increase your pay as you build skills and contribute to plant performance

Shift:

• Only candidates who are flexible and available to work any shift will be considered. This will include overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed.
• The first week of orientation will be on 1st shift (8am - 3pm), then you will be assigned to your training shift after your orientation.

Shift Hours

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Overtime, weekends as needed.

Our Team

Our team creates value by safely assisting with the production of corrugated boxes for our valued customers.

What You Will Do

• Safely operate a 10,000 lb. sit-down forklift with push-pull attachment.
• Adhere to all Safety and Compliance rules, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Loading and unloading materials
• Ensure loads are properly secured and in good condition.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Participating in setting team goals and managing job assignments
• Organize work-in-progress, raw materials, finished goods, and ensure all production machines are loaded with stock to ensure continuous operation
• Communicate with machine operators and other team members to maintain production flow.
• Utilize basic computer skills to complete shipping tasks
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Verify receipts, load sheets, and other required paperwork.
• Perform general housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 1 year of sit-down forklift experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or scan gun for documentation and/or record-keeping functions

What Will Put You Ahead

• 3+ years’ experience operating a propane powered forklift
• Experience working in the corrugated packaging industry

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

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. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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.

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.