Forklift Driver

Location
GA Gwaltney
Workplace
On-site
Employment
Full-time

About this role

Description & Requirements

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.

Forklift


SUMMARY: The Forklift is responsible for handling and moving all products as needed for the facility by performing the following key responsibilities.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.


1. Support all converting equipment to ensure accurate, steady supply of WIP and packing supplies.

2. Remove completed wrapped and tagged product from all converting equipment and transfer to designated storage areas.

3. Inspect product to ensure tags are in place and accurately identify the material.

4. Scan product and place finished product in the receiving area.

5. Transport product to the staging area and load the product in a truck after it has been properly cleaned and inspected.

6. Read, interpret and understand all product load tags.

7. Minimize product damage through safe and careful handling.

8. Inspect finished product to ensure quality packaging specifications are met.

9. Ensure all paperwork and system transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

10. Accurately and thoroughly fill out daily production records and enter in the computer system.

11. Maintain full compliance of all GMPs.

12. Maintain housekeeping excellence

13. Follow all safety procedures and promote safety & safety programs throughout the facility.

14. Perform all required customer and departmental quality checks.

15. Participate and ensure department is compliant with AIB audit regulations.


EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

· High School Diploma or GED preferred.

· Any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

· Prior work experience in a corrugated manufacturing plant.


LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

· Criminal background and drug screen check required for hire.

· Must have experience in a manufacturing setting.

· Forklift License preferred.


TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

· In-depth knowledge of company and customer quality and quantity expectations.

· Knowledge of production floor material needs and operational flow.

· Ability to safely drive, maneuver a forklift and load/unload trucks.

· Knowledge of safety and health requirements, and applicable programs.

· Ability to effectively manage time.

· Demonstrate ability to organize information.





MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

· Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.

· Forklift

· Will be exposed to weather, dust, and noisy conditions.

· Must be able to work with other personnel in meeting production goals.

· Seatbelt Safety


REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:


· Will assist the Production Manager and Plant Manager with accomplishing specific projects as assigned.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
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.

General Information

Job ID
ATR69528
Posting Job Title
Forklift Driver
Locations
GA Gwaltney
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
12-Nov-2026
Relocation Support
No

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