5000 Oak St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating lift trucks to transport, load, and unload materials in a fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in supporting shipping and receiving operations by ensuring products are moved accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with safety and customer-specific requirements.
- Operate lift trucks safely and efficiently while following all safety protocols.
- Transport products to and from production lines, warehouse storage, and loading docks.
- Ensure correct products are routed through appropriate lines and strapped properly with required dunnage.
- Monitor product quality and report issues to the supervisor.
- Load materials onto trucks with accurate tallies and maintain proper documentation.
- Complete shipping paperwork and perform billing duties when needed.
- Receive products from incoming trucks and distribute them to designated departments.
- Rotate between strapper, take-off line, and floor driver positions.
- Perform daily safety checks and minor maintenance on forklifts.
- Operate additional equipment including Unitizer and baler.
- Maintain inventory records and assist in warehouse organization and cleanliness.
- Collaborate with maintenance, production, and leadership teams to meet department goals.
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Benefits
- Health Dental Vision
- Paid vacation
- 401(k) plan
Qualifications
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma
- Can lift 50+ lbs
- Must pass drug screen (cannabis included)
- Minimum 2 years of forklift experience, including shipping and receiving duties.
- Order picker experience preferred.
- Previous experience in a corrugated manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multitask as needed.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Ability to load and receive materials safely, accurately, and quickly.
- Ability to understand and follow general and customer-specific instructions.
- Proficiency in completing shipping and inventory paperwork accurately.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
$1500 new hire bonus
$500 at 30 days; $500 at 6 months; $500 at 1 year; 2 year bonus for hrs worked
About International Paper
Founded in 1898, International Paper is an American pulp and paper company that manufactures paper, packaging, and wood products. They also offer coated paperboard, corrugated packaging, food containers, and recycling.
