Forklift Operator

Koch•Cleveland, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia-Pacific is hiring Forklift Operators at its corrugated packaging facility in Cleveland, Tennessee. These entry-level hourly positions support production by safely operating corrugated production equipment and following safety rules and regulations. Operators work in a hot, humid, and noisy industrial environment and may be assigned to any shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime. The role offers $23.08 per hour, with a $0.90 per hour shift differential for second and third shifts. Candidates must be flexible to work any shift and available for overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Cleveland uses a point-based attendance program.

Requirements

At least one year of experience operating a sit-down forklift in shipping and receiving, loading, production, or manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a corrugated facility or box plant.
Previous experience using Kiwiplan or another Corrugator Scheduling System.

Responsibilities

Follow plant environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Help meet and exceed production, waste, and quality goals.
Troubleshoot equipment and make minor machine adjustments.
Maintain cleanliness in the designated work area throughout the shift.
Handle or assist with daily machine production, including setup, operation, maintaining production quality, and daily maintenance.
Perform physical tasks including lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for at least eight hours a day.