Forklift Driver

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title: 

Material Handler / Forklift Operator 

2nd Shift OR 3rd shift - appicants must be avialble for either shift

Pay Rate:

22.72 plus .75 shift premium for 2nd shift (3pm - 11pm)

22.72 plus .25 shift premium for 3rd shift (11pm - 7am)

Sign on Bonus:

$500 after 30 days, $500 after 6 months

Physical Location:

3461 Wall Triana Hwy., SW

Huntsville, AL 35824

The Job Requirements and Job You Will Perform:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Education or equivalent work experience
• Must be able to work as a team in a very fast paced environment; we ship about 40 truck loads of material per day
• Individuals must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Individuals must be willing work in a non-climate environment; exposed to heat and cold

This is a true manufacturing envionment, this is not a distribution or fulfillment job

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, iF YOU ARE SELECTED SOMEONE WILL CALL YOU

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Previous forklift experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3-5 years of Fork Truck/Industrial Truck Operator Experience Preferred
• Experience loading and unloading product in trailers
• Experience with completing necessary paperwork for shipments
• Experience with scanners and inventory maintenance

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Stable work environment
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

This is your opportunity to be part of International Paper’s team at our Huntsville Alabama Sheet Feeder Plant. The Huntsville location produces corrugated sheeting to customer specifications and prides itself on being a top producer while maintaining a great safety record and a team environment.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] or (877) 973-3919.