Powered Industrial Truck Operator

Powered Industrial Truck Operator

Graphic Packaging International, Prosperity Extrusion Facility is currently seeking Powered Industrial Truck Operators for our Prosperity, SC facility located in Newberry County.

In this role you will support the extrusion facility by operating various Hyster mechanical equipment, including forklift and clamp trucks, yard dog, railcar mover, and other powered vehicle equipment. Your responsibilities include loading and unloading the production line with rolls of basestock, loading finished goods, unloading raw materials from trailers and railcars, and moving railcars.

Candidate(s) must be able to work 1st shift for training, followed by 2nd or 3rd shift (no shift rotation). Shipping and receiving is open weekly from 11pm Sunday through 11pm Friday. There is opportunity for overtime dependent upon business demands.

• Team player
• Ability to work alone in most situations
• 5S oriented
• Troubleshooting
• PC experience
• Strong Safety Behavior
• Action oriented
• Self‑motivated/​self‑starter
• Punctuality and attendance are a must!

• Standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) carrying (up to 50 lbs.), pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, visual acuity (Near and Far)
• Grasping and gripping
• Possess a strong work ethic
• Must be able to work additional hours (overtime)
• Reading computer screen or electronic devices
• Read a tape measure

• Be at least 18 years old
• Mechanical/Technical aptitude
• Ability to communicate well verbally
• Must wear steel‑toe shoes, hair/beard nets, safety glasses, and earplugs at a minimum

Background check and drug screen are required for hiring.

Starting pay is $20.37 per hour with a $1.75 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift and $1.50 for 3rd shift and potential wage progression up to $26.78.

• 401(k) w/ employer matching
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email  .