General Information

Job ID
ATR41254

Posting Job Title
Forklift Operator

Locations
AL Athens

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
21-May-2024

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

Forklift Operator

Shipping and Receiving Department

$20.40/hr after certification $22.30/hr

SHIFT: 950P-6A

JOB RESPONSIBILITY

Remove finished product, including sheets and finished packages from unloading lines and load the product into designated truck or warehouse location. Unload incoming trucks with sheet stock and check to verify that packing list agrees with items on truck. This position will report to the Shipping Supervisor.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• 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.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• 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.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time up to 12 hours per day with intermittent breaks during shift.
• Frequently walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, turning, twisting, bending, kneeling, heavy use of hands/forearms.
• Ability to lift a propane tank for fuel changeout during shift.

SAFETY

• PPE (personal protective equipment) will be required.
• Understand safe work practices and emergency action plan for the plant.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing/Assembly, indoor, concrete floor, dust, good ventilation, moving machinery.
• Heat/Cold changes in temperature and /or humidity changes.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.