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Smurfit Westrock

Clamp Truck Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$20 - $21.66/hr

CLAMP OPERATOR Starting Pay: $20 .50, once qualified $21.66/hr+ Shift:3rd shift M-F 1100pm-7:00am ... Benefit eligibility begins Day 1 * Benefits include: * Medical w/ HSA * Dental Vision * Mental ...

Contrans Flatbed USA

Flatbed Truck Driver

Marietta, GA · On-site

$1.0K - $2.2K/wk

Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers * FLATBED PAY THAT PERFORMS - Top drivers earn up to $90,000 per year ... HOME TIME THAT WORKS - Home weekends, home daily, or home most days by route* Why Drive for ...

Westrock

Clamp Truck Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$20/hr

CLAMP OPERATOR Starting Pay: $20 .50, once qualified $21.66/hr+ Shift:3rd shift M-F 1100pm-7:00am ... Benefit eligibility begins Day 1 * Benefits include: * Medical w/ HSA * Dental Vision * Mental ...

FleetGenius, LLC

Delivery Truck Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$20/hr

Delivery Truck Driver Job Type: Full-Time Pay: WEEKLY PAY Payrate: $20.00per hour Delivery Truck ... Work hours vary by route and are typically 8-12 hours per day. Duties and Responsibilities

XPO Logistics

Truck Driver Student

Lawrenceville, GA · On-site

$22.85/hr

Attain a CDL-A permit by the first day of class and the following endorsements within 90 days of ... Class B CDL About the Truck Driver Student Job Pay, benefits and more: * Home daily * Pay starts at ...

XPO Logistics

Truck Driver Student

Lawrenceville, GA · On-site

$22.85/hr

Attain a CDL-A permit by the first day of class and the following endorsements within 90 days of ... Class B CDL About the Truck Driver Student Job Pay, benefits and more: * Home daily * Pay starts at ...

Fleet Genius

Delivery Truck Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$20/hr

Delivery Truck Driver Job Type: Full-Time Pay: WEEKLY PAY Payrate: $20.00per hour Delivery Truck ... Work hours vary by route and are typically 8-12 hours per day. Duties and Responsibilities

TravelCenters of America

Truck Driver

Atlanta, GA · On-site

A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a ... Our travel centers serve thousands every day; not one traveler is the same and our team must ...

FleetGenius

Delivery Truck Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$20/hr

Delivery Truck Driver Job Type: Full-Time Pay: WEEKLY PAY Payrate: $20.00per hour Delivery Truck ... Work hours vary by route and are typically 8-12 hours per day. Duties and Responsibilities

TravelCenters of America

Truck Driver

Atlanta, GA · On-site

A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a ... Our travel centers serve thousands every day; not one traveler is the same and our team must ...

TravelCenters of America

Truck Driver

Atlanta, GA

A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a ... Our travel centers serve thousands every day; not one traveler is the same and our team must ...

Ascend

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

Atlanta, GA

$1.4K/wk

Guaranteed Minimum Weekly Pay of $1400 * $.55 Per Mile after first 1800 * 5 Nights Out and 2 Days ... shift. * Must be able to meet and pass all medical/DOT requirements About the Company CDL-A truck ...

Smurfit Westrock

Clamp Truck Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$20.50 - $21.66/hr

CLAMP OPERATOR Starting Pay: $20.50, once qualified $21.66/hr+ Shift:3rd shift M-F 1100pm-7:00am or ... Benefit eligibility begins Day 1 * Benefits include: * Medical w/ HSA * Dental Vision * Mental ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for day shift truck driver in Decatur, GA is $26.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.56 and $30.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Day shift truck drivers are professional drivers who operate commercial vehicles, such as semi-trucks or delivery trucks, primarily during daytime hours. Their main responsibilities include transporting goods from one location to another, following scheduled routes, and adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations. Day shift drivers typically begin work in the early morning and finish by late afternoon or early evening, allowing for a more regular work-life balance compared to night or long-haul drivers.

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To thrive as a Day Shift Truck Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), safe driving record, and thorough knowledge of DOT regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and basic vehicle maintenance tools is typically required. Strong time management, reliability, and effective communication with dispatch and customers are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure timely deliveries, compliance with safety standards, and positive customer experiences in a demanding transportation environment.

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Clamp Truck Driver

Smurfit Westrock

Norcross, GA • On-site

$20 - $21.66/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Smurfit Westrock rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 278 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 120 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

General Information
Job ID
ATR62301
Posting Job Title
Clamp Truck Driver
Locations
GA Norcross Container
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
22-Jul-2026
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
CLAMP OPERATOR
Starting Pay: $20.50, once qualified $21.66/hr+
Shift:3rd shift M-F 1100pm-7:00am or 2nd shift M-F 3p-11p overtime and weekends as needed
The opportunity
Clamp Truck Operators play a critical role in our production process. They are responsible for unloading paper rolls from trucks and railcars, stacking roll stock, maintaining an organized workspace, and loading rolls into industrial machines. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. The job is fast paced, requires attention to detail, and a relentless focus on safety.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock
Primary job duties will include but are not limited to:
  • Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant's safety culture
  • Load/unload production machines, trailers, and railcars utilizing onboard computers (Thors)
  • Perform safety inspections for trailers, docks, and dock plates
  • Utilize proper PPE for equipment safety checks and changing propane tanks
  • Alert supervisors to product quality issues
  • Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace
  • Perform various other duties as needed

What you need to succeed
  • Minimum 2 years of experience operating a power industrial machine (PIT) - prior experience at a paper mill or corrugated facility strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of scanning systems
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
  • Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals and procedure manuals.
  • Understanding of how to read shipping tags and shipping manifests
  • Able to perform basic math
  • Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary
  • Ability sit/drive continuously with occasional walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping.
  • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
  • Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)
  • Experience with inventory software preferred

What we offer
  • Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
  • Benefits include:
  • Medical w/ HSA
  • Dental Vision
  • Mental Health
  • 401(k) with 5% company match
  • Paid vacation time & holidays
  • Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • 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.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
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.

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