2nd Shift Material Handler | Forklift & MHE Pro

Smurfit Westrock plc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Material Handler to support assembly plants and customers by efficiently moving materials and maintaining inventory accuracy.

You will operate MHE such as electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks; unload inbound shipments, stock materials, and load outbound shipments. The role emphasizes safety, paperwork accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• 1+ year experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate Electric Pallet Jacks, Forklifts, Stand-up Reach Trucks, and Sit-down Swing Reach Trucks.
• Unload inbound shipments and warehouse materials; supply production lines and load outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory and complete daily cycle counts; perform related paperwork.
• Ensure safety equipment is in place and use; keep area clean and organized.
• Support other areas as needed and assist as backup to Warehouse Clerk when required.

Skills

Sit-Down Forklift experience

English fluency

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Smurfit Westrock plc in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Material Handler to support assembly plants and customers by efficiently moving materials and maintaining inventory accuracy.

You will operate MHE such as electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks; unload inbound shipments, stock materials, and load outbound shipments. The role emphasizes safety, paperwork accuracy, and teamwork.