Shipping Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

International Paper•Waxahachie, TX

11h•$22•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Forklift Operator is responsible for various duties to ensure efficient and safe shipping operations. This includes performing daily forklift checks, obtaining loading tallies, inspecting trailers and units for quality and safety, scanning units, loading trailers accurately, and communicating any discrepancies to the Coordinator. The operator must also ensure all required personal protective equipment is worn, maintain a clean work area, and adhere to safety procedures like lock-out/tag-out.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English
Ability to read a measuring tape and ruler
Ability to count and stack finished product
Reading Orders
Warehouse and/or manufacturing experience
Forklift experience
Stable and verifiable work history

Responsibilities

Complete the forklift checklist and communicate with maintenance on any issues
Obtain tallies from Coordinator to be loaded
Check trailer appearance for cleanliness, damage, safety
Check unit appearance – proper dunnage, bands, load tags, special instructions
Scan unit from discharge line
Locate and scan to proper area – trailer or location
Load trailer – scan unit, scan door
Check computer for last unit
Communicate shortage, overrun partials, damage to Coordinator
Completion of trailer – Check cube, put on load bar, notify Coordinator
Wear all required personal protective equipment
Keep work areas clean and free of debris, including keeping floor clean of sheets
Safely lift/move up to 75lbs during regular work shift
Follow lock-out / tag-out procedures