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Hyster Forklift Operator - Warrenton, GA

Georgia Pacific

Warrenton (GA)

On-site

USD 10,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Hyster Forklift Operator in Warrenton, GA, where you will play a vital role in the lumber production process. This position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to enhance your skills while working in a dynamic team environment. You'll be responsible for safely operating forklifts, managing lumber storage, and ensuring efficient operations. With a commitment to safety and teamwork, this role is perfect for those looking to contribute to a leading manufacturer in the industry. Embrace the chance to grow and make a difference every day!

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Educational Assistance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Parental Leave

Qualifications

  • 6+ months experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
  • Experience operating forklifts, backhoes, or similar equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Comply with safety procedures for forklift operation.
  • Transport and store lumber safely in the warehouse.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area.

Skills

Forklift Operation
Safety Compliance
Team Communication
Basic Maintenance

Education

Technical Training in Related Discipline

Tools

Hyster Forklift

Job description






Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Hyster Forklift Operator to join our Lumber facility in Warrenton, GA!


Salary:

  • Our starting pay is at $21.50/hr. depending on experience.
  • You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the mill.

Shift:

Shift Hours: 5:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. or 5:45pm - 6:00am

*Work - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (day)

*Off - Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday

*Work - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (night)

*Off - Saturday (unless needed)

*Work - Sunday, Monday (night)

*Off - Tuesday, Wednesday

*Work - Thursday, Friday (day)

*Off - Saturday (unless needed)

* (repeat the cycle)

Physical Location:

331 Thomson Hwy, Warrenton, Ga 30828

Our Team

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

What You Will Do

  • Understand and comply with all safety procedures associated with forklift operation.
  • Transport and store lumber safely and orderly in our warehouse with Hyster forklift.
  • Manage and maintain lumber rework storage areas.
  • Manage and maintain operational supply areas.
  • Maintain operational supplies at machine centers as needed to ensure efficiency of operation.
  • Ability to work well on a team and communicate amongst teammates, production, and/or supervisor when issues arise that need to be addressed.
  • Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping on forklift.
  • Ensure work area is neat and organized. Housekeeping must be maintained each shift.
  • Willing and able to work rotating shifts.
  • Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours per day.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Experience reading and comprehending written instructions as required to complete assigned tasks.

Basic Qualifications:

  • A minimum of six (6) months of experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, farming, warehouse, or military environment OR completion of training/schooling in a related technical discipline
  • A minimum of six (6) months of experience operating a forklift, backhoe, front end loader, or skid steer

What Will Put You Ahead

  • Prior expereince in the lumber industry.

Experience with rigging equipment and knowing how to identify the load weight to understand what rigging equipment is needed.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

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 Benefits

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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf






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