Material Handler 2

International Paper•Itasca, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for handling and maintaining the flow of materials throughout the plant. Key duties include completing daily pre-start forklift maintenance inspections, accurately recording load sheet information for outbound shipments, and following proper trailer loading and unloading procedures. The Material Handler 2 will also assist with sorting, deboxing, and moving pallets and materials, as well as removing and storing finished bales. They will load and unload trailers, complete preventative maintenance for mobile equipment, and participate in plant safety meetings. Additionally, the role involves managing controllable costs through efficient equipment, tool, and consumable usage, reporting safety or maintenance concerns, and adhering to plant policies and guidelines. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Willingness to work flexible shifts and overtime as needed
Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (if needed)
Alertness, visual ability, and concern for quality
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tasks
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
Ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment
Alertness, visual ability, and concern for quality
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem-solving skills
Flexibility and adaptability to changing work demands
Process improvement mindset
On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected
Ability to communicate with dispatch when trailers are completely loaded and/or unloaded including trailer number, door number
Ability to communicate with floor lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues, unacceptable or non-conforming loads, poor bale quality, errors on supplier tickets versus actual receipts any other issues with material being handled
Ability to use a Windows-enabled tablet to perform basic functions related to material processing and paper converting in cieTrade
Ability to operate/monitor the following equipment: Forklift, Skid Steer, Electronic Pallet Jack, Hand Truck

Responsibilities

Handle and maintain the flow of materials throughout the plant
Complete daily pre-start forklift maintenance inspection report (or VCR)
Complete and submit load sheet to accurately record bale count, loading start/stop times for finished goods on outbound shipments
Follow proper trailer loading and unloading lock-out/tag out procedure
Assist with sorting, deboxing and moving pallets/materials on the plant floor
Assist with removing finished bales and storing them in the proper location
Load and unload trailers
Complete PMs for all certified mobile equipment regularly
Attend and participate in plant safety meetings
Manage controllable costs through proper equipment, tool and consumable usage
Report any safety or maintenance concerns
Adhere to plant policies and guidelines
Other duties may be assigned