Shipping Forklift Operator - Overtime & Flexible Shifts

Smurfit Westrock; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Alabama is seeking a Forklift Operator in the Shipping Department to support unloading, loading, and transport of finished products.

You will report to the Shipping Supervisor and perform duties to maximize trailer utilization, inspect equipment, and coordinate with the Loader team.

The role requires physical stamina, basic math, and good communication; candidates must pass drug screening after conditional offer.

Qualifications

• Must be able to do basic math.
• Must be able to read paperwork/load tags.
• Good working knowledge of computers
• Good communication skills with peers, supervisor and leadership over the radio or in person.

Responsibilities

• Act as the final quality check for product leaving the facility. If not up to acceptable quality standards, stop the shipment and communicate with appropriate personnel.
• Inspect the maintenance of the lift truck and fill out lift truck repair sheet when necessary.
• Work with Shipping Lead and or Supervisor regarding proper loading of orders for multiple stops. Loads based on delivery schedule.
• Load trucks as outlined by Supervisor/Scheduler.
• Determine the best way of loading trucks to maximize trailer utilization and to protect the product during shipment.
• Work together with other loaders to keep lines empty and trucks loaded.
• Unload lines coming from the Unitizer.
• Determine how to route orders from the Unitizer whether they are staged on the floor or loaded onto a truck.
• Ensure that all trailers have been dock locked or that wheels have been choked.
• Clean empty trailers prior to loading.
• Complete all necessary paperwork.
• Maintain housekeeping in the shipping area.
• Blow out the Lift Truck daily.
• Work overtime as needed (covering vacations and absences).
• Must be able to work any shift as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Read paperwork/load tags

Computers

Communication skills

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Alabama is seeking a Forklift Operator in the Shipping Department to support unloading, loading, and transport of finished products.

You will report to the Shipping Supervisor and perform duties to maximize trailer utilization, inspect equipment, and coordinate with the Loader team.

The role requires physical stamina, basic math, and good communication; candidates must pass drug screening after conditional offer.