3rd Shift Material Handler: Forklift & MHE Pro

Smurfit Westrock Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Rural Hall, NC is seeking a Material Handler for the 3rd shift (11pm–7am). You will operate electric pallet jacks and various forklifts to unload inbound shipments, stock materials, and supply production lines while keeping accurate records.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of sit-down forklift experience, English fluency, and a willingness to obtain forklift certification if needed. Overtime is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of sit-down forklift experience required.
• Forklift certification a plus or willing to obtain upon hire.
• One year or more of experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• Fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy is preferred but not required.

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 shift start.
• Ensure safety equipment and devices are in place and working.
• Unload inbounds, warehouse materials, supply production lines, and load outbound shipments.
• Check trailers for safety and ensure materials are properly unitized and labeled.
• Accurately check quantity and description of materials handled.
• Load pallets to maximize trailer cube while minimizing damage.
• Complete paperwork for movement of materials promptly and accurately.
• Maintain inventory and perform daily cycle counts.
• Assist other areas as needed and backup Warehouse Clerk when required.

Skills

Sit-Down Forklift experience

English fluency

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric Pallet Jacks

Forklifts

Stand-up Reach Trucks

Sit-down Swing Reach Trucks

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Rural Hall, NC is seeking a Material Handler for the 3rd shift (11pm–7am). You will operate electric pallet jacks and various forklifts to unload inbound shipments, stock materials, and supply production lines while keeping accurate records.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of sit-down forklift experience, English fluency, and a willingness to obtain forklift certification if needed. Overtime is required.