Fork-lift Operator - Georgia-Pacific

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Recycling is seeking a Fork-lift Operator at our Allentown, PA facility.

Salary

• Starting pay is at $ 18/hour.
• You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the mill.

Shift

• Monday- Friday
• 3 rd Shift- 10 pm- 6 am
• Mandatory overtime every other weekend
• Work 12 days straight and have 2 days off

Physical Location:

8301 Industrial Blvd. Breinigsville, PA 18031

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific Recycling is one of the largest pure traders of recycled fiber in the world, handling over 100,000 tons per week. They focus on building close relationships with suppliers and customers, rather than solely relying on market timing. As an exclusive supplier to the Georgia-Pacific mill system, GP Recycling recycles paper, plastics, and metals worldwide.

What You Will Do

• Safely operating a sit-down forklift to load and unload trailers.
• Ensuring accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments
• Working collaboratively with other team members
• Ensuring a safe work environment throughout the facility by removing debris from areas within the warehouse
• Performing work that requires lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• Promoting safe work practices while maintaining strict adherence to safety rules and regulations
• Performing tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours a day
• Ability to work 3rd shift
• The Experience You Will Bring

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications):

• Previous job expereince.

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• 6 months or more of experience using a forklift to load and unload trailers

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf