Forklift Operator
Smurfit Westrock Company
General Information Job ID
ATR66425
Posting Job Title
Forklift Operator
Locations
AR Fort Smith Recycling
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
28-Aug-2026
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
#LI-DNI #LI-DNP GENERAL PURPOSE: 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. In addition, is responsible for participating in cross training efforts for specific plant needs and sharing those duties with other drivers. Duties also include the completion of all required quality tests and inspections and notifying supervisors of any observed concerns in the production area related to either product handled or the safety of the facility. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• 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
• Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Completes all assigned trainings.
• Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of Smurfit WestRock
• Performs other job duties as needed. QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred.
• Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences and memos.
• Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have ability to perform intermediate arithmetic dealing with decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
ATR66425
Posting Job Title
Forklift Operator
Locations
AR Fort Smith Recycling
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
28-Aug-2026
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
#LI-DNI #LI-DNP GENERAL PURPOSE: 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. In addition, is responsible for participating in cross training efforts for specific plant needs and sharing those duties with other drivers. Duties also include the completion of all required quality tests and inspections and notifying supervisors of any observed concerns in the production area related to either product handled or the safety of the facility. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• 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
• Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Completes all assigned trainings.
• Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of Smurfit WestRock
• Performs other job duties as needed. QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred.
• Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences and memos.
• Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have ability to perform intermediate arithmetic dealing with decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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