- Location: Morganton, NC
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Position Type: Full-Time
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Department: Production / Shipping
Are you a safe, skilled operator ready to be a critical part of a high-speed manufacturing and logistics team? Sustainable Corrugated is seeking a dedicated Forklift and Clamp Truck Operator to manage the movement and inventory of raw materials and finished goods throughout our facility. This dynamic role requires precision, alertness, and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency in a demanding production environment.
- Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate powered industrial trucks (primarily forklifts and clamp trucks) to load, unload, stack, stage, and transport paper rolls, finished corrugated sheets, and other materials.
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Material Flow: Coordinate with the Production, Shipping, and Receiving teams to ensure the timely delivery of raw materials to the corrugator and removal of finished product to the warehouse or loading docks.
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Inventory Management: Utilize a scanning system (WMS or similar) to accurately receive, tag, locate, and document all material movements to maintain precise inventory control.
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Safety & Maintenance: Conduct pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections of all assigned equipment, reporting any mechanical or safety issues immediately. Adhere strictly to all material handling and facility safety protocols, including proper stacking procedures.
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General Support: Assist with general warehouse organization, production line support, and cleaning as needed to maintain a safe and efficient work area.
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Communication: Communicate clearly and promptly via radio or other means to relay information regarding material status, location, and potential issues.
Skills:
- Ability to read, write, and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
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Proven experience operating a forklift; direct experience with clamp truck attachments is highly preferred.
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Current or previous forklift certification is a strong asset.
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High degree of alertness, concentration, and focus on safety while operating equipment near personnel and other machinery.
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Strong attention to detail for inventory accuracy (scanning, counting, and documentation).
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Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while operating powered industrial trucks.
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Ability to regularly enter and exit the industrial truck.
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed for manual assistance or general tasks.
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Visual acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision necessary for safe operation in a busy environment.
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Ability to hear instructions and warnings in a noisy manufacturing environment.
This is a manufacturing environment that is noisy with constant movement of machinery and powered industrial trucks. The facility is hot during the summer. We operate 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, with occasional Saturdays. You must be able to work varying shifts (including nights) and overtime as required.
- 10% Bonus Eligibility - incentives include up to a 10% bonus on salary for meeting production and efficiency goals.
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5% 401k/Retirement Match
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Other incentives for perfect attendance and seasonal awards
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Shift Differentials, Overtime, and Paid Time Off
We value experienced operators and also provide comprehensive training for committed candidates. We are looking for team players committed to a long-term career with potential advancement opportunities in logistics or supervisory roles.
