Clamp Truck Driver - 3rd Shift

Position Summary

The Clamp Truck Driver is responsible for all paper roll receiving, inspection, storage, and corrugator-side placement operations at the box plant. This role is the critical link between inbound raw material and the corrugator production line: without accurate, timely roll placement, the corrugator cannot run. The Clamp Truck Driver operates a roll clamp attachment-equipped powered industrial truck to unload inbound paper deliveries, verify receipt against purchase orders, inspect rolls for damage, store rolls in designated locations, and stage and place rolls at the corrugator roll stands per the production schedule.

Paper rolls weigh between 1,500 and 5,000+ lbs and are handled exclusively by clamp truck. Precision clamping, controlled placement, and roll-stand loading require a high level of operator skill and spatial judgment. Mishandling at any stage — during unloading, storage, or placement — can damage rolls, create safety hazards, or cause corrugator downtime. This position demands full clamp truck proficiency, strong attention to detail, and reliable coordination with the corrugator crew at the wet end — making accurate, timely communication a core competency of this position.

About Us

ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited – the largest containerboard producer in the world – ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually. Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff.

Key Responsibilities & Expected Results

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.

Inbound Receiving — Unloading & Verification

• Unload inbound paper rolls from flatbed, step-deck, or van trailers using the roll clamp truck
• Verify inbound roll count, species, grade, basis weight, width, and flute designation against the purchase order and bill of lading
• Inspect each roll for visible damage: crushed cores, wet damage, out-of-round, telescoping, torn wrappers, or contamination
• Segregate and tag damaged or non-conforming rolls; notify the Corrugator Superintendent or purchasing contact and do not place damaged rolls into inventory without authorization
• Sign and date the bill of lading accurately; note any shortages, overages, or damaged rolls on the delivery receipt before the driver departs
• Complete the inbound receiving log for every delivery: carrier, PO number, roll count, grades received, and any discrepancies

Roll Storage & Inventory Placement

• Transport received rolls from the receiving dock to designated storage locations in the paper roll warehouse or floor storage area
• Place rolls in assigned rack positions or floor storage rows per the storage layout — correct grade and width in correct location, every time
• Store rolls core-up in a stable, plumb position; never lean rolls against walls, equipment, or other rolls without designated lean storage
• Maintain FIFO (first in, first out) rotation within each grade and width — oldest rolls must be staged for production use first
• Keep storage aisles clear and marked storage positions organized; do not block sprinkler heads, fire exits, or electrical panels
• Conduct periodic inventory counts of roll storage as directed; report discrepancies between physical inventory and system records to the superintendent

Production Staging & Roll Stand Placement

• Review the corrugator production schedule at the start of each shift to understand upcoming paper requirements by grade, width, and flute position (liner vs. medium)
• Stage the correct rolls — in sequence — adjacent to the corrugator roll stands in advance of production need; never allow the corrugator to wait on paper
• Load rolls onto corrugator roll stands (splicer stands, single facer medium stand, liner stands) with precision: centered on the mandrel, core engaged, roll plumb and secure
• Confirm roll identity (grade, width, basis weight) against the run card before placing on the stand — wrong roll on the stand causes waste and potential quality failures
• Coordinate splice staging with the CR Operator and Single Facer Operator: have the next roll in position and ready before the running roll reaches its splice point
• Remove empty cores and spent roll remnants from the roll stands promptly; return cores to the designated core storage or disposal area

Roll Condition Assessment

• Inspect every roll before placing it on the corrugator stand: check core integrity, roll roundness, wrapper condition, and any signs of moisture or damage sustained in storage
• Flag and pull any roll that shows core crush, out-of-round greater than acceptable tolerance, wet or soft spots, or wrapper damage exposing the sheet — do not place compromised rolls on the stand
• Communicate roll condition concerns to the CR Operator or Corrugator Superintendent before they affect the run
• Track and report recurring paper quality issues (consistent moisture, edge damage, telescoping from a specific supplier or shipment) to support purchasing follow-up

Equipment Operation & Care

• Operate the roll clamp truck safely at all times: travel at safe speeds, observe pedestrian right-of-way, sound horn at intersections and blind corners
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspection (OSHA-required): brakes, horn, lights, forks/clamp attachment, hydraulics, tires, and fluid levels — complete and sign the inspection checklist
• Report any equipment defects discovered during pre-shift inspection or operation immediately; do not operate a defective truck
• Handle the clamp attachment with care: proper clamp pressure for roll diameter and weight — never over-clamp (crushes core) or under-clamp (drops roll)
• Keep the clamp truck fueled or charged per plant procedure; report battery or propane levels at end of shift
• Report all near-misses, equipment damage, or property contact incidents immediately — no exceptions

Housekeeping & Dock Management

• Keep the receiving dock clear: remove packing materials, stretch wrap, damaged roll wrappers, and core debris promptly after each delivery
• Maintain roll storage aisles clean and free of trip hazards, spilled roll wrap, or loose materials
• Sweep or blow down the dock area and paper roll storage zone as part of shift housekeeping duties
• Ensure dock plates, dock levelers, and trailer chocks are used correctly for every inbound unloading operation
• Secure trailer wheels with wheel chocks and confirm trailer is chocked and glad-hand locked before beginning unloading

Safety

• Maintain valid plant clamp truck certification at all times — operating without a valid certification is grounds for immediate removal from the role
• Never carry passengers on the clamp truck or allow personnel to stand beneath a raised load
• Maintain safe travel speed with loads; lower forks/clamp to travel height before moving
• Observe all pedestrian zones, designated traffic lanes, and posted speed limits within the plant
• Never place or lean paper rolls in a position that could tip, roll, or fall onto personnel or equipment
• Wear required PPE at all times: safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, high-visibility vest in dock and traffic areas
• Report all safety hazards, near-misses, and incidents to the Shift Supervisor immediately

Reporting & Communication

• Maintain the receiving log and roll placement log accurately for every shift
• Communicate paper inventory levels to the Corrugator Superintendent when any grade or width falls below a defined reorder threshold
• Notify the CR Operator immediately if a required roll for the production schedule is unavailable, damaged, or incorrect
• Brief the incoming driver at shift change: rolls staged at the corrugator, delivery status, any damaged or hold-tagged inventory, and open issues

Key Working Relationships

• Corrugator Superintendent — Primary supervisor; receives production schedule, paper requirements, and direction on inventory and receiving priorities
• CR Operator — Coordinates roll staging sequence and placement timing to match production schedule; receives advance notice of upcoming paper needs
• Single Facer Operator — Coordinates splice staging; provides advance request for next roll before running roll reaches splice point
• Double Backer Operator — Coordinates liner roll placement at double backer stands; flags liner roll condition issues
• Shift Supervisor — Reports safety incidents, equipment faults, inbound receiving discrepancies, and shift-level issues
• Purchasing / Procurement — Reports inbound discrepancies, damaged rolls, and supplier quality concerns for PO resolution and supplier follow-up
• Inbound Carriers / Drivers — Manages unloading process; completes and signs BOL; documents any delivery discrepancies before driver departs

Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)

• Roll staging timeliness — corrugator downtime events attributable to late or missing roll placement (target: zero)
• Receiving accuracy — inbound discrepancies caught and documented at point of receipt; no uninspected rolls entering inventory
• Roll placement accuracy — wrong-roll-on-stand incidents causing waste or quality failures (target: zero)
• Damaged roll identification — damaged rolls caught before placement; none discovered after the fact on the corrugator stand
• Inventory accuracy — roll storage locations maintained per layout; FIFO compliance
• Equipment inspection compliance — pre-shift checklist completed and signed every shift
• Safety — zero recordable incidents; no unreported near-misses or equipment contact events
• Dock housekeeping — dock and storage area maintained to plant housekeeping standard each shift

Required Qualifications and Skills / Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid powered industrial truck (clamp truck) certification, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
• Minimum 1 year of clamp truck or forklift operation experience in a manufacturing, paper, or distribution environment
• Ability to operate roll clamp attachment with precision; prior roll handling experience strongly preferred
• Ability to read purchase orders, bills of lading, run cards, and inventory documents accurately
• Physical ability to work in a fast-paced, hot, noisy industrial environment for a full shift
• Reliable and punctual — corrugator production depends directly on this role being staffed and active

Preferred

• Prior experience handling paper rolls in a corrugated, tissue, or printing/converting facility
• Familiarity with corrugated paper grades: liner (kraftliner, testliner, mottled white) and medium (semi-chemical, recycled)
• Experience using WMS (Warehouse Management System) or ERP inventory systems for receiving and inventory tracking
• Familiarity with FIFO inventory management in a paper roll environment
• Experience operating reach trucks, order pickers, or other powered industrial equipment in addition to clamp trucks
• Bilingual in Mandarin/English a plus

Physical Requirements

• Operating clamp truck for extended periods — Continuously
• Standing and walking on concrete dock and plant floor — Frequently
• Climbing in/out of clamp truck cab repeatedly — Frequently
• Lifting up to 50 lbs (paperwork, core handling, supplies) — Occasionally
• Working outdoors at receiving dock in variable weather — Frequently
• Working in high-noise corrugator environment near