Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift
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Job overview
Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift. The Forklift Operator will safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting manufacturing operations. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a high degree of attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented and a strong team member.
Key focus areas include Safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting operations in a manufacturing facility., Comply with all safety regulations and maintain a clean and safe work environment., and Read tape measures and perform basic math calculations..
Successful candidates bring Work 3rd Shift, Frequent Overtime Up To 4 Hours Daily, and Strong Attendance Record. Important skills include Working Safely, Work In Fast-Paced Environment, Attention To Detail, Customer Service Oriented, Team Member, and Strong Computer Skills.
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Full job description
Title: Forklift Operator
Location: Deer Park, NY
Shift: 2nd shift
Pay: $25.71/hr
The opportunity:
Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting
operations in a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working
safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a high degree of attention to
detail! Candidates must be customer service oriented and must be able to work in an environment as a
strong team member.
Applicants MUST HAVE: Ability to work available positions on 3rd Shift (11p-7a) with frequent overtime
up to 4 hours daily. Strong attendance and safety records and be available to work weekends, holidays
and overtime as required.
What you need to succeed:
\u2022 Must have Forklift Operator experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
\u2022 2 years of operational experience in the last 5 years
\u2022 Must possess strong computer skills and apply use of technology in the workplace
\u2022 Comply with all safety regulations. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
\u2022 Possess excellent work ethic and attention to detail.
\u2022 Ability to read a tape measure and effectively basic math
\u2022 Read and understand and order spec sheet
\u2022 Read and understand load tags
\u2022 High school diploma or Military Technical Training
What we offer:
\u2022 Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.
\u2022 Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
\u2022 An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.
\u2022 A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are
business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
The starting range is $25.71/hr, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 5 days of paid vacation will be granted after 1 year of service, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at www.westrock.com/company/careers and the application window is expected to close by 7/5/26
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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