Forklift Operator – Packaging Plant with Day-1 Benefits

Smurfit Westrock; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Health / Dental / Vision

401k - 100% Match up to 5%

Paid Vacation after 30 days of Em ploy

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Fort Worth Box on Demand is hiring a Forklift Driver to support a fast-paced packaging operation. This role offers hands-on training, skill development, and opportunities to grow within a global leader in sustainable packaging.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inventory control with a scanner, and ensuring safety and accuracy. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years forklift experience, English fluency, ability to read tape measures, and pass background

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Forklift certification with 3–5 years forklift experience in a fast-paced facility.
• Must read, write, and speak English fluently; math skills assessed.
• Able to read order specs and load tags; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks; stock and supply production lines safely.
• Ensure loads are banded and tagged; check straps for integrity.
• Perform last visual quality inspections; maintain accurate counts and paperwork.
• Operate computerized scanner for inventory control; assist with inbound materials.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading & writing English

Math skills

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Scanner / computerized system

Tape measure

Lift truck

Job description

Smurfit Westrock Fort Worth Box on Demand is hiring a Forklift Driver to support a fast-paced packaging operation. This role offers hands-on training, skill development, and opportunities to grow within a global leader in sustainable packaging.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inventory control with a scanner, and ensuring safety and accuracy. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years forklift experience, English fluency, ability to read tape measures, and pass background