Night Shift Shipping Forklift Operator - Talladega, AL

Georgia-Pacific Talladega Lumber is now seeking a Forklift Operator for our Shipping Department
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• Our starting pay is at $20.00/hour or more, based on experience.
• You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the mill.

• Only candidates who are flexible and available to work any shift will be considered. This will include overtime, holidays, and weekends based on Shipping needs.
• 10-hour shifts, rotates shift times every other week. Day Shift only.

Our team creates value by safely assisting with the production of lumber for our valued customers.

• Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures and actively participating in the safety program.
• Load incoming trucks and rail cars with the proper product & weight for shipment. Check orders for accuracy and ensure product is loaded as required.
• Commitment to quality ensuring packed product meets packaging standards as well as verification of labels.

• Ability to work well on a team and communicate amongst teammates, production, and/or supervisor when issues arise that need to be addressed.

• Ensure work area & Warehouse is neat and organized for inventory control purposes. Housekeeping must be maintained each shift.
• Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping on forklift. Use MOE system to enter work orders for forklift needs.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• A minimum of 6 months experience safely operating forklift within a Manufacturing, Distribution, or Industrial Production Environment.

• One (1) year or more experience driving and operating a forklift within a Manufacturing, Distribution or Industrial Production Environment.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience within a Manufacturing environment.
• Experience using a computer for record keeping and documentation purposes.
• Experience performing basic maintenance on forklifts to include using an MOE system to enter work orders for forklift repair needs.

This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

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