2nd Shift Material Handler & Packaging Specialist

Carpenter Co.; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is seeking a Material Handler/Wrapper for the Mount Airy, NC plant. The role supports machine operators, handles foam parts, and keeps the work area organized and safe to meet production and shipping schedules.

Responsibilities include packaging foam, operating equipment, labeling, and data entry in SAP. Requires basic reading/writing, math, and forklift certification; shift is 3:30pm–12:00am with pay around $17 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Able to read and interpret a tape measure.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to work in a continuous fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and call-in with little notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality check by measuring material and ensuring it matches label specifications.
• Perimeter edge foam manufacturing and packaging.
• Operate bale machine.
• Wrap, seal, and label foam according to customer specifications and quantities.
• Print stock and shipping labels or enter production figures into SAP.
• Assist with routine maintenance on machinery.
• Use air blowgun for housekeeping.
• Operate hot glue machine to seal packaging material.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area and dispose of debris.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Tape measure reading

Computer literacy

Forklift certification

Written & verbal instructions

Self-directed

Physical strength

Attention to detail

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Carpenter Co. is seeking a Material Handler/Wrapper for the Mount Airy, NC plant. The role supports machine operators, handles foam parts, and keeps the work area organized and safe to meet production and shipping schedules.

Responsibilities include packaging foam, operating equipment, labeling, and data entry in SAP. Requires basic reading/writing, math, and forklift certification; shift is 3:30pm–12:00am with pay around $17 per hour.