Forklift - Clamp Truck Operator

Forklift and Clamp Truck Operator

• Location: Morganton, NC
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Department: Production / Shipping

Role Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Inventory Management: Utilize a scanning system (WMS or similar) to accurately receive, tag, locate, and document all material movements to maintain precise inventory control.
• 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.
• General Support: Assist with general warehouse organization, production line support, and cleaning as needed to maintain a safe and efficient work area.
• Communication: Communicate clearly and promptly via radio or other means to relay information regarding material status, location, and potential issues.

Qualifications

Skills:

• Ability to read, write, and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
• Proven experience operating a forklift; direct experience with clamp truck attachments is highly preferred.
• Current or previous forklift certification is a strong asset.
• High degree of alertness, concentration, and focus on safety while operating equipment near personnel and other machinery.
• Strong attention to detail for inventory accuracy (scanning, counting, and documentation).
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating powered industrial trucks.
• Ability to regularly enter and exit the industrial truck.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed for manual assistance or general tasks.
• Visual acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision necessary for safe operation in a busy environment.
• Ability to hear instructions and warnings in a noisy manufacturing environment.

Work Environment & Schedule

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.

Why Join Us?

• 10% Bonus Eligibility - incentives include up to a 10% bonus on salary for meeting production and efficiency goals.
• 5% 401k/Retirement Match
• Other incentives for perfect attendance and seasonal awards
• 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.