1st shift Shipping Forklift Operator

Position Title : Shipping Material Handler

Pay Rate : $23.09

Category/Shift : Hourly 1st shift

• 7am-3pm (1st shift)

** Some weekends are mandatory

** Some shiftsrequired mandatory overtime

Physical Location :

Ellenwood Warehouse 5490 GA-42 Ellenwood, GA 30294

The Job You Will Perform:

• Work as a palletizer operator, applying straps to units of finished product, maintaining product flow through the palletizer, and generate associated records.

• Following all safety rules and practices

• Keeping an accurate inventory of the finished goods warehouse

• Filing change slips and (HRMS factory work order) white copies of finished orders

• Keeping accurate records of the locations and contents of trailers;

• Safely using a lift truck as necessary;

• Tracking fork lift and clamp truck inspections

• Performing other duties as directed by the supervision

• Monitoring conveyor take off lines, removing units from the lines, and loading units into trailers and/or placing units in storage areas;

• Checking load tags and unit counts to verify that they are correct;

• Inspecting finished units during the loading process to insure that they are free from handling damage and that the straps are intact.

• Maintaining well-organized paperwork

• Maintaining clean and organized work areas, storage areas, and aisles;

• Driving fork lifts as directed to unload the line, and to move, store, and load units

The Skills You Bring Must Include:

• The ability to effectively drive and operate a sit-down forklift is required.

• The ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation

• The ability to read, write, and speak English

• The ability to problem solve with minimal assistance

• The ability to communicate effectively with other employees, supervisor, and managers.

• The ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including vacation and holidays

• Retirement and 401K Matching Program

• Medical and Dental

• Education and Development

• Life and Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership Training

• Career Advancement Opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP .

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. In Russia, we have a 50/50 joint venture, Ilim Group, the country's largest integrated manufacturer of pulp and paper. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities


The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.


The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on aiapply.co or View phone number on aiapply.co.