Forklift/Material Handler 11a-7p split

Smurfit Westrock; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Hendersonville, NC is seeking a Warehouse / Material Handler to support production by moving raw materials and finished goods. You will pull materials, load trucks, and ensure accurate records in the inventory system while adhering to safety guidelines.

Candidates should have prior material handling experience, be able to obtain a forklift license, perform basic data entry and arithmetic, work well in a team, and demonstrate reliability and time management to meet production

Qualifications

• Prior material handling experience preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain a forklift license.
• Basic computer/data entry knowledge.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add/subtract/multiply/divide).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Receive and pull raw materials and finished goods for production departments.
• Deliver shipments to various departments and maintain records of moves.
• Load and unload trucks using forklift/pallet jack.
• Interface with truckers and secure documentation for outgoing shipments.
• Verify schedules and stock for label department; maintain inventory accuracy.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift license

Data entry

Basic arithmetic

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Tools

Inventory system

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Deliver raw materials and finished goods to the appropriate departments upon request in a timely manner. Accurately track material movements in and out of the department (s) in hard copy and electronic data base and responsible for the accuracy of inventory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Receives and pulls raw materials and finished goods for all production departments.
• Delivers shipments to various departments. Keeps accurate records of all moves and adjustments for inventory management system.
• Loads and unloads trucks with forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Interfaces with truckers for outbound shipments, ensures all necessary documentation and samples are properly secured with outgoing shipments.
• Verifies that the schedule matches the presses and pulls stock for the label department
• Separates and properly discards corrugated, printed material, miscellaneous garbage.
• Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position and department.
• Follows established policies, work instructions and safety and environmental guidelines.
• Records production information such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.
• Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.
• Follows instructions accurately.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Performs other job duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior material handling experience is preferred.
• Must have or able to obtain a fork lift license.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of or ability learn safety rules and procedures and operating policies and procedures.
• Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge (data entry).
• Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including additions, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Must be able to learn quickly and adapt to change.
• Must possess the following competencies: accuracy, reliability, decision making, time management and self-motivation.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.