Forklift Operator

Georgia-Pacific is looking to hire safety-oriented and efficient Forklift Operators for our Gypsum facility in Antioch, CA.

Compensation:

$27.60/hour

Schedule:

8-12 hour rotating shifts that include weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

Plant's Address:

Georgia-Pacific
801 Minaker Dr.
Antioch, CA 94509

What You Will Do

• Ensuring that machines are set up properly and performing optimally
• Troubleshooting and making machine adjustments as needed
• Working as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality and safety goals
• Driving forklifts to move finished wallboard to the warehouse
• Performing basic asset care duties and routine preventative maintenance on equipment
• Cleaning work area throughout assigned shifts to ensure an orderly and safe environment
• Performing work in a loud/noisy, industrial high-volume environment
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Lifting up to 50 pounds as needed

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Six (6) months or more of work experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment
• Experience using a computer

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) years or more of manufacturing experience
• One (1) year or more of experience operating a forklift
• Experience identifying, analyzing and troubleshooting quality issues
• Experience working with construction materials, e.g.: lumber, gypsum, plaster, brick, insulation, etc.
• Experience in identifying, leading, developing and implementing process improvement initiatives

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf