Forklift Operator — Weekend Shifts & OT ($20/hr)

Georgia-Pacific LLC; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Health savings accounts

Life insurance

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Recycling is seeking a Forklift Operator for our South Plainfield, NJ facility. Starting pay is $20/hr with a schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

The role involves operating a sit‑down forklift, loading/unloading trailers, and maintaining accurate shipment records in a fast‑paced warehouse. You will work with the team to ensure a safe, efficient operation and may rotate Saturday shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• 6 months or more of experience using a forklift to load and unload trailers.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit‑down forklift to load and unload trailers.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Work collaboratively with other team members.
• Ensure a safe work environment throughout the facility by removing debris from areas within the warehouse.
• Perform work that requires lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Promote safe work practices and maintaining strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours a day.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Record keeping

Job description

Georgia-Pacific Recycling is seeking a Forklift Operator for our South Plainfield, NJ facility. Starting pay is $20/hr with a schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

The role involves operating a sit‑down forklift, loading/unloading trailers, and maintaining accurate shipment records in a fast‑paced warehouse. You will work with the team to ensure a safe, efficient operation and may rotate Saturday shifts.