Material Handler - First Shift

Amorim Cork Composites • Trevor, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Amorim Cork Solutions is hiring a Material Handler / Forklift Operator for its first-shift team in Trevor, Wisconsin. Reporting to the Material Handler Supervisor, the role supports production, prepares orders for shipment, and maintains organized and accurate inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The position involves maneuvering a forklift through narrow aisles and tight spaces, handling materials manually or with equipment, and coordinating with teammates to meet daily needs.

Within the first 90 calendar days, the employee must demonstrate competency in warehouse work instructions assigned by the supervisor, including procedures for product identification, inspections, process control, and handling nonconforming materials. Additional equipment-specific lockout/tagout certification may be required if assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

• Experience working in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely maneuver a forklift through narrow aisles and tight spaces.
• Understanding of inventory control and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ability to read work instructions, shipping documents, and material-handling forms.
• Ability to accurately record codes, numbers, and quantities.
• Dependable, safety-focused approach and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain company-required forklift authorization, including periodic written and driving tests.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally handle heavier items, including loads up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to learn and follow relevant procedures for product identification, inspections, process control, and handling nonconforming materials.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of forklift experience and current forklift certification.
• SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials, supplies, finished goods, and other items throughout the plant using a forklift and other material-handling methods.
• Safely navigate narrow aisles and tight spaces while remaining aware of pedestrians, equipment, and surrounding materials.
• Load and unload trucks, semi-trailers, and ocean freight containers.
• Prepare inventory and production items for shipment, including manually packing and handling materials, boxes, and packages.
• Maintain an assigned warehouse area or product inventory.
• Compare incoming materials against packing slips and verify paperwork for outgoing shipments.
• Accurately record material transfers, inventory transactions, product codes, and quantities.
• Communicate shipment discrepancies and paperwork concerns to the appropriate team member.
• Perform routine forklift inspections and report equipment concerns.
• Follow work instructions, safety requirements, and applicable Quality Management System procedures.
• Keep work areas organized and cooperate with teammates to meet daily needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate competency in assigned warehouse work instructions within the first 90 calendar days.
• Seek assistance or use appropriate material-handling equipment when handling heavier loads, particularly those over 50 pounds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed