Material Handler 1st Shift

Smurfit Westrock•Winston-Salem, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for efficiently handling materials from Manufacturing and outside Suppliers for delivery to Assembly Plants and Customers. The role supports inbound unloading, warehousing, production-line supply, and outbound shipment loading. The Material Handler operates material handling equipment, maintains accurate inventory and paperwork, and works safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures. Overtime is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Forklift certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Ability to perform job duties in severe weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
Ability to repeatedly walk distances of 100 yards without assistance.
Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance or equipment.
Ability to use all material handling equipment without assistance.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods as a primary job responsibility.
Observe established safety guidelines while conducting physical work activities.
Wear protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience as a warehouse clerk preferred.
Basic computer literacy preferred but not required.
Two years of sit-down forklift experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate electric pallet jacks, forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and sit-down swing reach trucks.
Complete a daily checklist on material handling equipment before the start of the shift.
Ensure safety equipment and devices are in place and working properly.
Operate material handling equipment safely within the plant to prevent damage or personal injury.
Unload inbound shipments, warehouse materials, supply production lines, and load outbound shipments.
Check trailers to ensure they are safe to use.
Ensure materials are properly unitized and marked.
Accurately check the quantity and description of materials handled.
Load various pallet sizes to maximize trailer capacity while minimizing in-transit damage.
Complete paperwork associated with moving materials accurately and on time.
Maintain accurate inventory of materials and complete daily cycle counts.
Assist other areas as needed to maintain a team approach.
Provide backup support to the Warehouse Clerk when necessary.
Maintain the safety and cleanliness of equipment and the work area.
Work safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Work required overtime.
Perform other duties as assigned.