Associate - Material Handler (Forklift - Shipping and Receiving)

ProAmpac; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

4-day work week with overtime

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Employer-paid life insurance

Shoe and eye protection allowance

Progression programs for career growth

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a Material Handling Associate in Beaverton, OR to support warehouse and production activities, including moving materials, stocking machine centers, loading and unloading deliveries, and documenting material details.

This full-time, hourly role requires forklift experience or certification, the ability to read instructions, and the initiative to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in material handling, shipping/receiving, or warehouse.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification).
• Able to read and follow instructions and perform basic math.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills.
• Physically able to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts with attachments.
• Move and stage materials to keep machine centers stocked and workflow.
• Load and unload deliveries per established procedures.
• Verify material details, such as quantity, size, and packaging.
• Accurately completing documentation for internal and external use.
• Keep warehouse and work areas clean and organized.
• Work independently and take initiative to resolve routine problems.
• Assist Finishing Inspector/Stackers by stacking, packaging, and handling finished goods as needed.

Skills

Material handling experience

Shipping/receiving experience

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Education

Forklift certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour, depending on experience

What You’ll Do

As a Material Handling Associate, you’ll play a key role in supporting both warehouse and production activities, including:

• Safely operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts with attachments (clamp, fork, probe)

• Moving and staging materials to keep machine centers stocked and support workflow

• Loading and unloading deliveries per established procedures

• Verifying material details, such as quantity, size, and packaging

• Accurately completing documentation for internal and external use

• Keeping warehouse and work areas clean and organized

• Working independently and taking initiative to resolve routine problems

• Assisting Finishing Inspector/Stackers by stacking, packaging, and handling finished goods as needed

Qualifications

• Prior experience in material handling, shipping/receiving, or warehouse preferred

• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)

• Comfortable supporting fast-paced production tasks alongside other team members

• Ability to read and follow instructions and perform basic math

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills

• Physically able to stand, walk, and lift/move up to 50 pounds

• Positive attitude and ability to work independently

Why Choose ProAmpac?

We offer the support of a large company with the culture of a small, collaborative team .

• Advancement Opportunities – We promote from within and invest in employee development

• Work-Life Balance – 4-day work week with opportunities for overtime

• Stable, Growing Industry – Make an impact in packaging and manufacturing

• Clean, Controlled Environment – Safety and cleanliness are top priorities

Our Benefits:

• Competitive wages + night shift premiums (if applicable)

• 11 paid holidays + PTO

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Shoe and eye protection allowance

• Progression programs for career growth

Our Core Values:

Integrity | Intensity | Involvement | Innovation | Impact

These five values guide everything we do – from the production floor to company leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ProAmpac provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Job Category: Shipping & Receiving/Warehouse Full-Time