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International Paper

Forklift 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.

$42,490 / year median in Texas

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Title:
Forklift Operator Pay Rate :
($22.59/hr)
Sign-on Bonus :
$500 after 30 days, $500 after 6 months, $500 after 1 year and an additional bonus at 2 years
Retention Bonus :
$500 after 1 year Additional lump sum after 2 years
Category/Shift :
Hourly Full-Time (7am-3pm - Monday-Friday) and some
Saturdays Physical Location :
International Paper 1485 Silliman Street Sealy, TX. 77474 NAC Realistic Job Preview Click HERE to see what it's like working at IP.
The Job You Will Perform:
Following all safety rules and practices Reading factory orders and various shipping and/or receiving papers to learn customer requirements and processing information Monitoring conveyor take off lines, removing units form the lines, and loading units into trailers and/or placing units in storage areas Inspecting finished goods , checking load tags and unit counts to verify they are correct Accurately completing tally sheets to record units loaded into trailers Maintaining clean and organized work areas, storage area, and aisles Maintaining well-organized paperwork Generating accurate bill of lading Taking and maintaining accurate inventories Performing other duties as assigned
The Skills You Will Bring:
Certified to operate forklift Ability to accurately read a measuring tape and ruler Ability to use basic shop math Ability to follow instructions, ask questions and work effectively as a member of a team.
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, 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