• Forklift Operator

    WestRock Company (Fontana, CA)


    Forklift Operator - Fontana, CA

     

    Shift: M-F 2pm to 10:30pm

     

    Pay: $21-$23/hr.

     

    Opportunity summary: As Forklift Operator you are\u202Fresponsible for all phases of assembling materials for customer orders, receiving new and returned products, and maintaining safety and quality standards within the warehouse.

    How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions:

    * Moving controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts; transfer materials, unloading, processing, loading and storage areas.

    * Move outgoing products using sit down forklift in accordance with all safety policies, to loading dock.

    * Receive, sort, and place incoming products in appropriate warehouse location.

    * Document and record any customer return as required.

    * Record amounts of material shipped or received in Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions computer system.

    * Mark materials and product with Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions inventory codes.

    * Notify Supervisor, General Manager or Office Manager of any product, safety, or customer concerns.

    * Assist with general counting of inventory.

    * Open all containers, crates or bales as required to sort and maintain stock.

    * Always organize warehouses for cleanliness and safety.

    * Sweep, mop and perform other routine maintenance.

    * Maintain all safety standards, including wearing protective clothing and eyewear as required.

    * Maintain all quality indicators for operations by verifying product quantity/quality before delivery.

    * Keep warehouse accessible and safe for branch staff and visitors.

    * Coordinate of last minute or unscheduled deliveries will be necessary.

    * Other duties as assigned.

    What You Need to Succeed:

    * High school diploma or equivalent

    * Forklift certification a plus or must be willing to obtain upon hire

    * 2-3 years of sit-down Forklift experience required

    * Previous experience with pulling orders, and loading/unloading trucks

    * Previous WMS experience preferred.

    * Fluency in English required, verbal and written.

    * Basic computer literacy preferred but not required.

    Physical Requirements:

    * Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.

    * Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance.

    * Lift 50 pounds and without assistance or equipment

    * Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance.

    * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time as a primary job responsibility.

    * Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.

    * Wear protective equipment as required.

    What We Offer

    * Corporate culture 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.

     

    The hourly range for this position is $21-$23, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at [1] www.westrock.com/company/careers and the application window is expected to close by 12/6/25.

     

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    References

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    1. http://www.westrock.com/company/careers

     

    Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

     

    Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.