Forklift Operator 3rd shift

General Information

Job ID
ATR62158

Posting Job Title
Forklift Operator 3rd shift

Locations
NY Deer Park

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
11-Jun-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.


Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Deer Park, NY

Shift: 3rd


Pay: $25.71/hr

The opportunity:

Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting


operations in a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working


safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a high degree of attention to


detail! Candidates must be customer service oriented and must be able to work in an environment as a


strong team member.

Applicants MUST HAVE: Ability to work available positions on 3rd Shift (11p-7a) with frequent overtime


up to 4 hours daily. Strong attendance and safety records and be available to work weekends, holidays


and overtime as required.


What you need to succeed:

• Must have Forklift Operator experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

• 2 years of operational experience in the last 5 years

• Must possess strong computer skills and apply use of technology in the workplace

• Comply with all safety regulations. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Possess excellent work ethic and attention to detail.

• Ability to read a tape measure and effectively basic math

• Read and understand and order spec sheet

• Read and understand load tags

• High school diploma or Military Technical Training

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.

• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are


business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The starting range is $25.71/hr, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 5 days of paid vacation will be granted after 1 year of service, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 6/8/26

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.