Loader Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Oklahoma City (OK); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Smurfit Westrock in Oklahoma City is seeking an Equipment Operator to support forklift and loader operations in a packaging manufacturing setting. You will load and unload materials, manage inventory flow, and perform start-of-shift checks to ensure safe, efficient production.

Responsibilities include operating lift trucks and loaders, completing required paperwork, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. A high school diploma or GED is preferred for this role.

Formación

• Ability to meet physical demands and work in a production environment.
• Ability to communicate task and safety information clearly.
• Completion of a Smurfit Westrock Loader Operator Training program (written materials).
• On-the-job training completed for equipment-specific tasks.

Responsabilidades

• Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner.
• Operate lift truck and loader as trained.
• Complete all appropriate paperwork accurately.
• Perform pre-shift forklift inspection and routine maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and participate in safety programs.

Conocimientos

Forklift operation

Loader operation

Safety procedures

Communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Forklift training

Loader Operator Training

Descripción del empleo

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

General Purpose

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

General Purpose

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Primary duties of an Equipment Operator:

• Operation of a lift truck (see lift truck job functions below)
• Operation of a loader/skid-steer (see loader job functions below)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Forklift Operator)

• Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner
• Material grading
• Placing processed material into inventory storage
• Monitor bale weights
• Complete all appropriate paperwork
• Perform pre-shift forklift inspection
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Completes all assigned trainings.
• Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of Smurfit Westrock
• Performs other job duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Loader Operator)

Operating the loader as trained, assessed, and according to operators’ manual

• Keeping belts full of material with a level load.
• Monitoring the material for contaminants; removing as needed
• Organizing work area (tip floor) to keep materials separate by grade and allow material drop offs by customers to be completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
• Communicate and work with the baler concerning changes in material flow (material, wet, size differences, heavy flow, grade changes, etc.). Let baler operator know what is coming to help minimize bale problems.
• Communicate and work with other loader operators, lift truck operators, and pedestrians due to shared workspace and responsibilities.
• Monitor customer movement in tipping areas, docks, and in plant to maximize safe conditions for both employees and customers
• Complete paperwork as required

General Responsibilities

• Proficient and diverse skills on a lift truck and loader

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Daily maintenance check performed, paperwork filled, signed-off out and turned in.
• Operator must blow out or vacuum the engine, radiator, and intake filters daily, and is responsible for cleanliness of the cab and windows. If cleaning materials are needed see maintenance or supervisor.

Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping duties in accordance with operation housekeeping plan

Qualifications

• Ability to meet physical demands below (or accommodated demands)
• Ability to communicate task and safety information appropriately
• Completion of a Smurfit Westrock Loader Operator Training program (written materials)
• Completion of on-the-job-training for equipment specific tasks, with any corresponding documentation
• Documented assessment by a certified training instructor
• High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Employee is required to: stand, talk, see, be mobile and hear.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.