Forklift Driver

Overview

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Georgia-Pacific is seeking Forklift Drivers at our Rincon, GA facility to work in a high energy and dynamic organization. Forklift Drivers will learn and apply the equipment theory of operation and the operational processes. The pay for this position starts at $19.00 per hour
. This position offers opportunities for development within the role and growth with the company.

Our mill operates 24/7 and 365 days per year. Forklift Drivers work a 12-hour rotating schedule that includes holidays, weekends, and overtime
. Our rotating schedule allows for a regular 14 days off every 4-week period. The work is performed in an environment that is sometimes hot, cold, dusty, and noisy. This role requires individuals to work around dust, oil, grease, chemicals, and other substances at times.

• Operate mobile equipment at heights with various attachments; clamps, fork, prongs, etc., to move material throughout the mill to ensure a smooth flow for production
• Maintain high standards for quality and product safety in accordance with safety rules and regulations
• Ensure that equipment stays in a competitive state through troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs
• Effectively communicate information to the team through a variety of means: verbal, written, electronic, etc.
• Work in an industrial environment with occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, dirt, chemicals, and loud noise
• Perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks throughout the 12-hour shift

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with others or as part of a team

• At least two (2) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• At least one (1) year of experience operating machinery in a warehouse environment
• Experience driving a forklift
• Experience with SAP or other inventory management system

Note:

Any compensation information is provided for informational purposes and is subject to change by the employer. For questions, please speak to your recruiter about the compensation philosophy.

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

As a Koch Company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.

Our goal is for each employee and their families to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength—focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement
• Paid vacation/time off, educational assistance
• Infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please  for additional information.