Floating - Forklift Operator

Position Title:

Floating - Forklift Operator

Pay Rate: 

$20.98/hr plus shift differential

Retention Bonus:   

$500 after 1 year

Additional lump sum after 2 years

Category/Shift: 

Hourly Full-Time (Floating Shifts)

Physical Location:

Smyrna Warehouse or Murfreesboro Container

Applicants must be able to flex between the offsite warehouse and manufacturing plant as needed

The Job You Will Perform:

Being a Forklift driver requires the following abilities:

We are currently seeking hourly, Forklift Operators who have the abilities and aptitude to progress to the top job in the shipping/ receiving line of progression. 

• This job requires physical exertion in a heavy, industrial environment (examples include reaching, twisting, exposure to extreme temperatures/ weather conditions, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.)
• The Forklift Operator is required to move materials throughout the plant.
• Prepare items for shipment, including passing or rejecting trailers that are unsafe for loading/unloading. This could mean mechanical defects, cleanliness of trailers or anything that would make it unsafe or cause a quality issue to load or unload the trailer.
• Duties include shipping merchandise or material; receiving merchandise or materials.
• This role requires the ability read and understand load tags as well as production information using certain computer programs.
• As well as loading trailers for the transportation of products safely and accurately using IRF scanning/ loading systems.

Applicants must be able to work in a team environment and must be available to work holidays, weekends, and overtime. Industrial/ Manufacturing or other labor-intensive work experience is preferred. 

Qualified candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screenings including a background investigation, drug screen, reference checks, employment and education verifications, and the requirements of the Immigration Reform Act.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Previous shipping experience required.
• Prior experience in the corrugated packaging industry preferred.
• Must be experienced in operating a sit-down LPG forklift
• Able to verify and maintain records of incoming/ outgoing shipments.
• Some knowledge of a production environment and ability learn/read and understand load tags
• Ability to load/unload products without the aid of pallets, known as "tip loading".
• Be responsible, reliable, self-motivated, and cooperative
• Safety record must be above average
• Maintain a good attendance record
• Perform above average quality of work
• Computer skills and ability to complete all required paperwork

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• $500 bonus retention after 1 year
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability coverage
• 401(k) with match
• Pension
• Paid Vacation (starting at 6 months)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal Days

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP. 

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.