Forklift Driver - Plant

International Paper•West Columbia, SC

48d•Onsite

About The Position

International Paper is seeking a Forklift Driver for their plant operations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety standards, loading and unloading materials, supplying production lines with raw materials, and maintaining inventory. The position requires adaptability to changing warehouse demands and clear communication with floor leads regarding production and material issues. The company emphasizes a commitment to sustainability, employee well-being, and fostering an inclusive and diverse culture.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Must have earned a High School Diploma, GED, required schooling, qualifying experience or skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Team-oriented and self-directed
Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this position and to the safety regulations
Must meet the ergonomic and physical requirements, as well as the physical base profile (below) for this position
Must be able to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform this job
Must be able to perform all the job functions safely
Must meet the company quality and performance standards for the job as specified
Must agree to wear the proper assigned PPE and shoes approved for this job as specified in Contact and Safety Requirements

Nice To Haves

Machine Operator experience preferred; strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies
Load trucks and secure product in accordance with customer requirements
Load and unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting device
Monitor material usage on work floor and supply production lines with raw materials
Weigh materials or products and record results on tags, labels, or production schedules
Keep production lines supplied with raw materials
Inventory product as needed. And label, sort, wrap and tie product
Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device
Adapt schedule to work alongside the changing demands of the warehouse
Communicate with floor lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues, unacceptable or non-conforming loads, poor bale quality, or any other issues with material being handled
Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines
Special projects as business dictate