Clamp Truck Operator

Smurfit Westrock•San Antonio, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clamp Truck Operator plays a critical role in keeping the corrugator supplied with materials and maintaining an organized warehouse environment. The Clamp Truck Operator is responsible for safely operating a clamp truck to transport paper rolls and materials throughout the corrugator department while supporting continuous production operations. This position ensures the timely delivery and removal of roll stock, maintains accurate inventory records, conducts equipment inspections, and follows all safety and quality requirements.

Requirements

Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately and efficiently.
Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Ability to read and understand production schedules, WIP tags, and material identification information.
Basic understanding of dimensions, quantities, and order identification.
Ability to distinguish between different material grades, sizes, and customer orders.
Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Must be qualified as a Bundler or have equivalent applicable experience.
Ability to identify and address potential production issues before downtime occurs.
Must meet eligibility requirements under the applicable labor agreement or possess relevant work-related experience.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
Prior experience in a corrugated manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience operating material-handling equipment preferred.
Previous experience in the corrugated packaging industry.
Prior industrial forklift, clamp truck, or heavy equipment operating experience.
Six (6) months or more experience working on the wet end of a corrugator.
Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of inventory control and material handling processes.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a clamp truck to move paper rolls and related materials throughout the plant.
Deliver roll stock to the corrugator as required to maintain production efficiency.
Remove and return butt rolls and unused stock to designated storage locations.
Read and interpret corrugator lineups to ensure proper paper roll selection.
Record all paper rolls delivered to the corrugator using required documentation and tracking systems.
Mark butt rolls with size, diameter, lineal footage, and grade information before returning them to inventory.
Unload paper rolls from trailers and inspect incoming materials for physical damage.
Report damaged materials and inventory discrepancies to supervision.
Complete daily pre-shift clamp truck inspections and document findings.
Submit maintenance work orders for equipment requiring repair.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and storage area.
Turn in roll stock tallies and production-related documentation to supervision.
Assist corrugator operators and production personnel as directed.
Learn and assist with starch preparation and wastewater treatment operations as assigned.
Support training efforts for starch mixers, doublebacker operators, dry-end personnel, and other team members regarding clamp truck operations.
Follow proper lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending techniques.
Perform all duties in a manner that prevents injury, product damage, and equipment damage.
Adhere to all company safety rules, policies, and health regulations.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.