Forklift Driver

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.

MATERIAL HANDLER $19hr 1st shift The Opportunity: The Material Handler is responsible for handling and moving all products as needed for the facility by performing the following key responsibilities How you will impact Smurfit Westrock: Support all converting equipment to ensure accurate, steady supply of WIP and packing supplies. Remove completed wrapped and tagged product from all converting equipment and transfer to designated storage areas. Inspect product to ensure tags are in place and accurately identify the material. Scan product and place finished product in the receiving area. Transport product to the staging area and load the product in a truck after it has been properly cleaned and inspected. Read, interpret and understand all product load tags. Minimize product damage through safe and careful handling. Inspect finished product to ensure quality packaging specifications are met. Ensure all paperwork and system transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Accurately and thoroughly fill out daily production records and enter in the computer system. Maintain full compliance of all GMPs. Maintain housekeeping excellence Follow all safety procedures and promote safety & safety programs throughout the facility. Perform all required customer and departmental quality checks. Participate and ensure department is compliant with AIB audit regulations What you need to succeed: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position. Prior work experience in a corrugated manufacturing plant. Must have experience in a manufacturing setting. Forklift experience and Forklift License preferred. In-depth knowledge of company and customer quality and quantity expectations. Knowledge of production floor material needs and operational flow. Ability to safely drive, maneuver a forklift and load/unload trucks. Knowledge of safety and health requirements, and applicable programs. Ability to effectively manage time. Demonstrate ability to organize information. Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals. Will be exposed to weather, dust, and noisy conditions. Must be able to work with other personnel in meeting production goals. Seatbelt Safety What we offer: Benefit eligibility begins Day 1 Benefits include: Medical w/ HSA Dental Vision Mental Health 401(k) with 5% company match Paid vacation time & holidays Life Insurance & AD&D Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement. Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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