Shipping Operator- Savannah, GA

Koch•Savannah, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum is seeking a motivated and safety-oriented individual to join our team as a Shipping Operator at our Savannah, Georgia facility. This position creates value by supporting our operations team in the continuous manufacturing of our wallboard product. If you enjoy hands-on work where you can make a direct impact to your company and community, enjoy being part of a team that works safely, produces a quality product, and provides ongoing learning opportunities, this may be the opportunity for you!

Requirements

Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, construction or military environment.
At least six (6) months of continuous employment
At least six (6) months of experience operating a forklift

Nice To Haves

Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Experience operating a heavy load forklift

Responsibilities

Work as a team to meet and exceed safety, production, and quality goals
Perform quality checks, tarp trailers and keep designated work area clean throughout shift
Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
Perform housekeeping duties in the Warehouse/Shipping area
Ensure customer needs are met by operating a forklift to load product with zero defects, in a timely manner
Communicating with OTR (over the road) truck drivers
Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs
Climb stairs/rail ladders regularly and work at elevated heights
Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing required PPE
Operate and/or work around mobile equipment that ranges from forklifts to heavy equipment
Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment
Work in an industrial environment that is hot, humid, and noisy. Work around dust grease, oil and other chemical substances. This is a non-climate-controlled facility, meaning temperatures can be very high in the summer, and cold in the winter.