Night Shift Fork Truck Driver w/ Class A CDL

Sonoco; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Wellbeing resources

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco in Jackson, TN is seeking an EXPERIENCED forklift driver with TN Class A CDL and an active DOT medical card for night shifts. You will inspect equipment, operate a forklift safely, load pallets, and maintain gear; overtime may occur on scheduled days off.

This role requires current forklift certification, computer literacy, the ability to read Excel reports, and use of an RF scanner. Night shift differential applies; benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experienced forklift driver (minimum 2 years) with forklift certification.
• Must have TN Class A CDL and a valid DOT medical card.
• Must have computer experience; ability to enter and look up information in different systems.
• Must be able to read and understand Excel reports.
• Must be able to use an RF scanner.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machinery and assess the work area before operations to ensure safety.
• Take proper precautions when operating machinery.
• Maintain and repair forklift equipment as needed and log maintenance procedures.
• Support essential logistics operations through storage, transportation, and equipment repair.
• Load approximately 20 pallets on to a 48' trailer with a forklift, drive an automatic day cab to the customer, and unload pallets as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

TN Class A CDL

DOT medical card

RF scanner

Excel reports

Computer literacy

Tools

RF scanner

Excel

Job description

Location: Jackson, TN

Job Title: EXPERIENCED Forklift Driver w/ TN Class A CDL and active DOT medical card

Rate: $27.21/hr - increase to $28.29/hr after 90 days and $29.97/hr after 180 days, if qualifications met

Shift Differential: $1/hr for night shift

Shift: Night shift (7:00pm-7:30AM) - 3 days on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off.

Must be willing to work overtime, which would be working on your scheduled days off, if needed. DOT regulations are followed.

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspecting machinery and assessing the work area before operations to ensure safety.
• Taking proper precautionary measures when operating machinery.
• Maintain and repair forklift equipment as needed logging all maintenance procedures.
• Supporting essential logistic operations through storage, transportation, and repairing equipment.
• Loading approximately 20 pallets on to a 48' trailer with roller bed using a forklift, driving an automatic day cab with trailer to our customer 10 minutes down the road and manually unloading individual pallets using a hook to pull pallets onto conveyors. This could be repeated at an average of 5-6 loads per shift.

We’d Love To Hear From You If

• Are an EXPERIENCED (at least 2 years) forklift driver and currently has forklift certification or has been previously certified.
• Must have previous computer experience; the ability to enter and look up information within different systems.
• Must have ability to read understand excel reports.
• Must be able to use an RF scanner.
• You MUST have a valid TN Class A CDL and an active DOT medical card. Offers are contingent upon review of driving record.
• This job requires getting on and off a forklift as well as in and out of the automatic day cab numerous times throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work in any climate, including extreme heat or cold. Will be exposed to elements during the course of your duties throughout the day.
• Additional physical requirements of this position will require sitting, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, kneeling, carrying.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.