Material Handler

Printpack•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Printpack is seeking a Material Handler for its Converting plant in Grand Prairie, Texas. The role is responsible for safely and efficiently moving raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods throughout the facility, maintaining accurate inventory records, and supporting production operations so materials are available when needed. The schedule is a 3/2 rotating day shift from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., covering Sun/Wed/Thu and Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat. The posting also notes a $2.50 per hour premium for hours worked on the night shift (7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) only. The position is primarily performed in a manufacturing setting and involves exposure to noise above 85 dB, complex machinery, solvents, fumes, inks, and variable temperatures. The associate must be able to work flexible shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays may be required. Physical demands include lifting and handling objects up to 50 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods during 8–12-hour shifts, frequent bending, twisting, and reaching, and using ladders and other equipment. Required PPE includes hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses. Printpack states that it is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment and to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

Stand-up forklift experience is required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have valid forklift certification or be able to obtain it; forklift and pallet-jack certification is required or must be obtainable.
Basic computer literacy.
Ability to read and understand production schedules and follow written instructions.
Mathematical skills for inventory counting.
Knowledge of warehouse management systems and safety protocols.
Basic problem-solving skills, a team-oriented mindset, and time-management abilities.
Must pass a pre-employment assessment, drug screening, and background check.
Must be able to lift and handle objects weighing up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods during 8–12-hour shifts.
Must be able to bend, twist, reach, grasp, push, pull, and perform fine motor tasks.
Must be able to work in various temperature conditions and around moving machinery, and use ladders and other equipment.
Must be able to wear required PPE, including hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses.
For current Printpack associates: must demonstrate Core Values, be in good standing without disciplinary action or attendance issues, and have a performer rating or higher in the last review.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing or warehousing environment.

Responsibilities

Operate material-handling equipment, primarily stand-up and sit-down forklifts, safely and efficiently.
Perform daily safety inspections of lift equipment and complete required documentation.
Load and unload trucks according to shipping and receiving schedules.
Store and retrieve pallets in the plant and document inventory locations using handheld electronic devices.
Stage materials at equipment locations according to production schedules.
Move and manage WIP pallets between machine locations and rack storage.
Maintain organized storage areas and proper rack-numbering systems.
Perform inventory cycle counts and maintain accurate records.
Complete required safety documentation, checklists, and logs.
Maintain cleanliness through 5S practices, including removing empty pallets and managing waste.
Work safely and actively participate in Printpack’s Continuous Improvement Program.
Perform other duties as assigned.