Shipping/Receiving - Material Handler

ProAmpac•Catoosa, OK

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for the seamless handling of outgoing and incoming shipments and performs related tasks as needed, including operating hand and power tools, equipment, and machinery. The role supports the Tulsa plant’s safety, quality, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF), and other established processes, while maintaining an orderly work area and carrying out additional assigned duties. The position unloads, sorts, distributes, receives, inspects, and routes incoming goods; processes packing slips; reports discrepancies and non-conformances; prepares and loads shipments; and maintains shipping-supply and finished-goods inventory. It also involves safe equipment operation, compliance with applicable legislation, occasional training of junior employees, filling in for the Shipping & Receiving Lead, and assisting with work instructions and practices. This role is based in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to dust, high noise levels, solvent fumes, and medium heat. Employees may occasionally lift office products weighing up to 50 pounds. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in a similar role in a manufacturing warehouse environment, including shipping and receiving.
Ability to complete and maintain ProAmpac ITO Driver Training certification and safely operate a fork/clamp truck according to company standards.
Communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively one-on-one and in small groups and explain ideas and needs clearly to people at all levels.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Knowledge of company quality and food-safety systems and contractual quality requirements.
Ability to perform complex mathematical equations and conversions, as well as add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Detail orientation, computer literacy, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize work and complete assignments on time.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and sometimes stressful environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professional conduct, including tact, maturity, and the ability to work with diverse personalities.
Ability to operate basic office equipment, including phones, fax machines, copiers, and printers.
Ability to provide and receive direction and work in a self-directed manner.
Analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to learn procedures and industry developments quickly.
Ability to measure accurately using steel rulers, measuring tapes, or other required measurement tools.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and accurately report test results.
Ability to handle and use equipment and chemicals properly and safely.
Ability to comply with company policies, procedures, work rules, and compliance standards.
Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance.
Flexibility to work overtime and adapt to changes in hours, shifts, duties, and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Uphold safety, quality, and food-safety standards, including the Code of Conduct and Values, GMP, and SQF requirements.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area and perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Unload, sort, and distribute incoming shipments.
Receive products, inspect materials for quality and accuracy, and process packing slips.
Report discrepancies to the immediate supervisor and communicate received goods or non-conformances to relevant departments.
Route received goods to the proper destination within the plant.
Load trucks when required and ensure shipments have proper documentation and complete item lists.
Resolve issues involving missing documents, shipments, or deliveries.
Oversee safe and accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
Manage inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Accurately enter finished goods into the inventory system and place them in the appropriate location.
Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and effectively, complying with applicable legislation for safe operation and carriage of goods.
Provide training to new or junior employees when required, emphasizing safe, efficient, and quality-minded work.
Fill in for the Shipping & Receiving Lead as needed.
Assist in developing work instructions and practices.
Meet expected outcomes, follow through on commitments, participate in team-based business management, and engage in learning and continuous improvement activities.
Communicate openly and respectfully, listen actively, and work toward mutually beneficial solutions.
Maintain reliable attendance and adapt to overtime or changes in hours, shifts, duties, or responsibilities as needed.