Forklift Operator

Location:

Glenwood, AR, 71943

Department:
Planner (WP00)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Glenwood, (Arkansas, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Forklift Operator
. This job is full-time permanent.

• Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities.
• Obtain a copy of production schedule or shipping order and transport material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility.
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks.
• Move goods packed on pallets or in crates along with parent rolls with clamp trucks around the storage facility.
• Stack goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions.
• Check that loads are secure.
• Stack empty pallets.
• Perform daily equipment checks, including safety inspections and lubricating fork trucks.
• Remove machine attachments and waste material from machines.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Dump materials into machine hoppers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Basic math, language, and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required.
• High degree of attention required to prevent damage or injury to others; promote a safe work environment.
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments accurately, timely, and safely.
• May be required to use an RF scanner gun.
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Physical demands and abilities: frequently lift up to 50 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time.
• Have a good sense of balance, eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Assess weights, judge distances and heights.
• Work in varying temperatures, depending upon season.

• Entry base pay - $18.54
• $2,000 Sign On Bonus for new hires
• Weekly Attendance Bonus $2.00 per hour
• Production Bonus – up to $3.00 per hour
• Night Shift differential - $1.00 per hour
• Opportunity for paid overtime at time and a half rate
• Immediately eligible for paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays annually
• 401k w/Company Match up to 4%
• 401k Automatic Company Contribution up to 6.5%
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Employee assistance program for personnel and family members
• Support for training and development
• Referral Bonus – up to $1,000 per referral.
• Respectful, diverse, and inclusive work environment

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.