Production & Forklift Operators - Sweetwater, TX (174061)

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking motivated Production and Forklift Operators for their facility in Sweetwater, TX. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and requires candidates to have at least six months of forklift experience. The work involves operating equipment, performing quality checks, and working collaboratively to meet production goals.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• At least six months of forklift operating experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks and keep work areas clean.
• Operate equipment with zero defects and communicate effectively.
• Monitor data and troubleshoot equipment for optimal production.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Job description

Production & Forklift Operators - Sweetwater, TX (174061)

Production & Forklift Operators - Sweetwater, TX (174061)

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Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum is seeking motivated and safety-oriented individuals to join our team as Production and Forklift Operators at our Sweetwater, TX facility

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum is seeking motivated and safety-oriented individuals to join our team as Production and Forklift Operators at our Sweetwater, TX facility

Compensation: $24/hr

Schedule: 12-hr rotating shifts with potential for weekends and overtime

A Day in the Life: Forklift Operator:

• Perform quality checks, tarp trailers, and keep designated work area clean throughout the shift
• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Perform housekeeping duties in the Warehouse/Shipping area
• Ensure customer needs are met by operating a forklift to load products with zero defects, in a timely manner and communicating with OTR (over the road) truck drivers
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, sitting and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day
  
  
  

Day in the life of a Production Operator:

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Monitor and/or enter data into computer control systems
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
• Perform basic asset care duties, including routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment ranging from forklifts to heavy equipment
  
  
  

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications – Forklift Operator Only)

• At least six (6) months of experience forklift operating experience
  
  
  

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post high school education in manufacturing/industrial
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
• Experience troubleshooting equipment in a manufacturing setting
• Prior forklift operating experience (applies to both roles)
  
  
  

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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