Forklift Operator

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a safety-oriented individual to join our team as a Forklift Operator in Chowchilla, CA.

Compensation:

$20 - $22 per hour

Schedule:

7:00am - 3:30pm (Day Shift) with overtime as needed.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits, company matching Health Savings accounts
• 401k with company match
• Education reimbursement and paid training to every employee

Physical Location:

Georgia-Pacific

1200 Airport Dr.

Chowchilla, CA 93610

What You Will Do

• Safely operate forklift to safely load trucks and railcars
• Read and understand paperwork for shipments
• Interact with truck drivers
• Comply with environmental requirements
• Contribute to a team environment by cross training and filling in for other operators during absences and breaks
• Perform housekeeping functions to aid in keeping machinery functioning properly, reducing hazards, and maintaining the appearance of the plant
• Perform tasks such as sitting, lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day while working in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment
• Work cooperatively and productively with supervisors, co-workers, and other associates to complete tasks while meeting physical and safety requirements of the job
• Other duties as assigned

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, farming or warehouse environment OR military experience
• Experience using skid steer, backhoe, lift truck or forklift

What Will Put You Ahead

• Shipping and warehouse experience
• Forklift certification
• Experience using a computer to include utilizing Microsoft Word, Outlook, etc.

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. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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