Forklift Operator

Company:  WestRock
Location: Norcross
Closing Date: 05/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

FORKLIFT OPERATORConverting 3p-11p but that shift is usually working 3p - 3aConverting WIP is 3p -11p with an opportunity for Overtime 3p - 3a if neededPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:Operates fork truck to remove units from banding line and load trucks for shipping units to customer. Keeps tally of what is shipped to customerSAFETY PROCEDURES:Read and understand SAFETY RULES & HOUSEKEEPING GUIDELINES and receive training in proper operating proceduresReceive instructions in the following;Fork Truck operationHearing protectionSafety shoesMoving machineryConveyor safetyLifting and pushing/pullingHOUSEKEEPING:Perform daily clean up of areaDump trash as neededPerform extra clan up during downtimeMaintain neat & orderly warehouseREQUIREMENTS:Must be trained and licensedB Read & use Factory Order, production schedule, and loadingmanifest to determine loading requirementsC. Ability to:Use loading manifest to know what to loadPerform daily inspection of fork truckOperate fork truck in a safe mannerProperly load & unload trailersMake out bill of ladingProperly store units in warehouseSupply machines with stock &/or materialsProperly receive materialsProperly palletize or shrink wrap a unitMaintain tally of what has been loadedIdentify unitsHandle units to avoid damageEQUIPMENT OPERATED:Computer input terminalFork truckShrink wrap equipmentHand banderQUALITY:Perform the following quality checksVisually inspect units for appearanceVisually inspect units for damageIf major problem - notify supervisorCOMMUNICATION:VerbalWrittenEDUCATIONAL TRAINING:Ability to read and do basic mathB. Ability to read a tape measureWestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at 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.

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