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Forklift Operator (2nd & 3rd Shift)-Allentown, PA

Georgia Pacific

The Role

Overview

Operate sit-down forklift to load/unload trailers on 2nd/3rd shift at GP Recycling.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety compliance
  • forklift operation
  • debris removal
  • record keeping
  • manual handling

Tasks

-Promoting safe work practices while maintaining strict adherence to safety rules and regulations -Safely operating a sit-down forklift to load and unload trailers. -Ensuring a safe work environment throughout the facility by removing debris from areas within the warehouse -Ensuring accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments -Performing tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours a day

Requirements

  • industrial
  • manufacturing
  • forklift
  • 3rd shift
  • 30lb lift

What You Bring

-Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment -Previous job expereince. -6 months or more of experience using a forklift to load and unload trailers -Ability to work 3rd shift -Performing work that requires lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Benefits

-Work 12 days straight and have 2 days off -Mandatory overtime every other weekend -Pay Rate is at $ 18.50/hour -You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the mill.

The Company

About Georgia Pacific

-Operates 150+ facilities globally, supplying lumber, OSB, gypsum products and consumer brands like Brawny and Dixie. -Known for innovations like ForceField weather barriers and DensGlass moisture‑resistant gypsum panels. -Projects range from commercial drywall systems to consumer hygiene solutions and industrial-grade packaging.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Packaging

Security Clearance

-employment offers are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. -the company uses e‑verify for employment eligibility verification.