Forklift Operator - Portland Recycle Paper Plant

Description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials. The Forklift Operator shall move materials to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks and into railroad cars, trucks or storage areas. They are responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift and the proper operation of the forklift.

Requirements

• Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner
• Material grading
• Placing processed material into inventory storage
• Monitor bale weights
• Complete all appropriate paperwork
• Perform pre-shift forklift inspection
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Maintain a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Completes all assigned trainings
• Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of WestRock
• Performs other job duties as needed

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences and memos
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to perform intermediate arithmetic dealing with decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Good attendance record
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation