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Forklift Operator-November 2024
Knoxville
Nov 21, 2025
About Forklift Operator

  Career Opportunity:

  The forklift Operator is responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage areas. They are responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift and the proper operation of the forklift at our facility in addition to participating in cross training efforts for specific plant needs and sharing those duties with other drivers. Duties include the completion of all required quality tests and inspections and notifying supervisors of any observed concerns in the production area related to either product handled or the safety of the facility.

  How you will impact WestRock:

  Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner

  Material grading

  Placing processed material into inventory storage

  Monitor bale weights

  Complete all appropriate paperwork

  Perform pre-shift forklift inspection

  Perform routine preventive maintenance

  Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.

  Maintain safe and clean work environment

  Completes all assigned trainings.

  Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of WestRock

  Performs other job duties as needed.

  What you need to succeed:

  Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.

  Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences and memos.

  Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

  Must have ability to perform intermediate arithmetic dealing with decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.

  Must pass basic reading test.

  Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening

  Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

  Must be able to maintain good attendance.

  Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

  WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.

  WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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