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Smurfit Westrock
Lift Truck Operator
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$46,027 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
This position will support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Move units to warehouse and/or load units into machines or onto trucks in a safe and efficient manner
- Responsible for ensuring that all units are banded properly; have a clearly visible load tag on them when being loaded; and that there are no broken or missing straps on the units
- Responsible for ensuring that unit and truck counts are correct and all paperwork is accurate
- Unload incoming material as needed and will be responsible for performing a visual quality inspection on items to verify that unit and truck counts are accurate
- Other duties as assigned
How You Will Impact WestRock:
- Ensure our Customers get the quality, consistency, and responsiveness they deserve
- Embrace the WestRock culture based on values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence What You Need to