Forklift Operator Job at Westrock

Westrock Bolingbrook, IL 60440

The Opportunity: The Material Handler - Assembly position is responsible for loading and unloading trucks; warehousing product and materials and supplying production lines with requested product and/or components.

How will you impact WestRock Company:

  • Inspect forklift daily at the start of the shift ensuring all safety features are operational.
  • Complete checklist documenting inspection.
  • Safe operation of forklift, moving materials throughout the facility.
  • Assure all materials shipped and warehoused are handled in a manner that prevents damage.
  • Load and unload trucks; warehouse products and materials.
  • Use an RF scanner for receipts, issues to lines, returns, and bar code locations.
  • Verify all counts, quantities and descriptions of products and materials received, shipped or warehoused.
  • Service production lines, delivering product and/or components as requested.
  • Timely and accurate completion of paperwork associated with the movement of product and materials.
  • Responsible for the general cleanliness of the warehouse and the loading docks.
  • Perform regular inventory and cycle counts.
  • Safely change forklift propane tanks and/or batteries as needed.
  • Assist other departments as needed.
  • Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
  • Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Overtime is required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to effectively communicate with management and team members.
  • Perform basic math functions.
  • Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
  • Ability to perform tasks under pressure, and within a deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to handle detail-oriented work.
  • General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled form.
  • Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods as a primary job responsibility.
  • Capacity to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. intermittently during a typical work shift.
  • Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
  • Wear protective equipment as required.

What We Offer

  • Corporate culture is 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.

Diversity is key to our success.

It makes us stronger, smarter, and better positioned to inspire creativity and innovation. We depend on a diverse global network of employees — and just as many perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds — to make us successful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Overtime

COVID-19 considerations:
Social Distancing is Practiced / Employees are allowed to wear masks if preferred

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Bolingbrook, IL 60440: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location




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