Lift Truck Operator (Forklift)

Position Title:

Lift Truck Operator [Forklift]

Pay Rate :

$27.89

Category/Shift :

Hourly / Full-Time / Open Availability

1 st : 7am – 3pm

2 nd : 3pm – 11pm

3 rd : 11pm – 7am

Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Location :

Carson Container

1350 E. 223rd Street

Carson, CA 90745

The Job You Will Perform:

• Safely operate a sit-down powered industrial truck (PIT).
• Verify and maintain records on incoming and outgoing shipments, and prepare items for shipment
• Load and unload trailers
• Complete pre-start PIT maintenance inspection report
• Follow proper trailer loading and unloading lock-out/tag-out procedure
• Complete receiving report to accurately record materials received
• Submit receiving reports after trailer is unloaded
• Complete load sheet to accurately record the grades, bale count, loading start/stop times for finished goods on outbound shipments
• Complete and submit load sheet at completion of shipment
• Understand and follow load pattern according to trailer and/or railcar
• Follow all safety rules and practices at all times
Perform other duties as assigned by supervision

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 1-2 years Forklift (PIT) experience
• Previous industrial manufacturing or corrugated industry is preferred but not required
• Be able to multitask in a very fast-paced environment
• Be computer literate and able to read, write, and speak English
• Effectively use radio and scanning equipment while arranging the transportation of products
• The ability to learn, follow instructions, communicate, and work efficiently in a team orientated environment
Must be able to work available shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays is necessary.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
Promotional 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

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