Hostler / Forklift Operator

North Pacific Paper Company; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

401k match

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Vacation pay after 1 year

Floaters on hire

Paid holidays

Job summary

North Pacific Paper Company in Longview, WA is seeking a Hostler/Forklift Operator to safely move paper rolls within the warehouse and support outbound shipments. The role involves operating a yard goat and other mobile equipment, performing pre-use inspections, and participating in a rotating 12-hour night shift.

The NORPAC Mill offers a competitive hourly wage, benefits, and a team-based environment focused on safety and efficiency. Experience in paper or packaging industries is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience operating hostler or forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform pre-use inspections on mobile equipment.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Move paper rolls between the main shipping warehouse and storage sheds using on-site hostling equipment.
• Assist with preloading trailers for outbound shipments.
• Position preloaded trailers at receiving warehouses and complete associated documentation.
• Conduct trailer inspections and complete all required paperwork.

Skills

Hostler

Forklift Operator

Job description

Hostler / Forklift Operator# Hostler / Forklift OperatorWA - Longview, WA 98632## OverviewSalary Range$24.71 - $33.49 Hourly## Description**About International Paper - NORPAC Mill**From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview, WA., the NORPAC mill produces high-quality, packaging, copy paper, and printing paper for customers across the United States and around the world. Now part of International Paper, the NORPAC mill benefits from expanded resources and a strengthened commitment to safety, customer focus, a great workplace, and profitable growth.IP NORPAC Mill is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world-class performance while leading a principle-based, process-disciplined organization.**POSITION OVERVIEW:**NORPAC is looking to hire a qualified Hostler to join the Warehouse team. This is a safety-sensitive position.## Qualifications**Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)**Individuals will be responsible for on-site hostling operations at NORPAC (North Pacific Paper Company). Daily duties include operating mobile equipment to move paper rolls between the main shipping warehouse and storage sheds, assisting with preloading trailers for outbound shipments, and positioning preloaded trailers at receiving warehouses. Responsibilities also include conducting trailer inspections and completing all associated documentation. Work is completed in varying temperatures. (inside/outside)**Physical Job Requirements:*** Ability to carry/push 50lbs* Ability to stand/walk* Ability to twist/turn* Must be versed in pre-use inspections of mobile equipment* Ability to back-up/maneuver truck/trailer combo* Other duties as assigned and identified**Operating Mobile Equipment:**• Yard Goat**Daily Wear:*** Industrial Appropriate Clothing.* PPE required: + Hi-Vis vest + Closed-toed shoes + Safety glasses + Hearing protection**Shift:**• Rotating 12-hour shift, nights.**Compensation:**Salary range for this position is $24.71 - $33.49 per hour, depending on experience (DOE).**This position is eligible for:**NORPAC offers a highly competitive benefit package to include medical/vision and dental benefits, a company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, vacation pay after 1 year, floaters upon hire and paid holidays.International Paper-NORPAC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.