Forklift Operator - Plywood

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is hiring for Forklift Operators for our plywood mill in Gurdon, Arkansas.

This is a production position responsible for moving material through various departments in the mill.

A strong commitment to safety standards and knowledge of forklift operations are critical for success in this role.

This position ensures that production goals are met by moving material efficiently through departments and providing supplies for our operators.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong commitment to safety standards with forklift experience, this may be the role for you!

These positions pay $22.00/hour plus $1.50 differential for night shifts.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace.

To learn more about our Building Products division, visit http://www.buildgp.com .

What You Will Do



* Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets


* Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures


* Keep accurate count of loads


* Work collaboratively with other team members


* Conduct required quality checks on products to ensure customer satisfaction


* Complete appropriate reporting at the end of each day


* Work at elevated heights and in close cab quarters


* Must be able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed


* Be willing to work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* At least six (6) months experience operating a forklift

What Will Put You Ahead



* High School Diploma or GED


* At least one (1) year experience operating a forklift


* Current forklift license or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months

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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 ...