Forklift Material Handler I - 2nd Shift, Overtime Potential

SONOCO CANADA; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Wellbeing tools and resources

Paid time off and holidays

Company paid and voluntary insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco is seeking a Material Handler I at our Gastonia, NC facility. The role involves forklift operation, material handling of raw and finished goods, and supporting production with timely movement and documentation.

You must be willing to overtime, have excellent attendance, and strong written and verbal communication to follow manufacturing instructions and maintain safe, organized work areas.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a stand-up forklift and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturing instructions and labels.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift safely and efficiently.
• Move raw materials and finished goods to appropriate workstations and storage areas.
• Verify tags/labels for accuracy and maintain inventory records.
• Load/unload trucks and complete related paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Reading manufacturing instructions

Job description

Sonoco is seeking a Material Handler I at our Gastonia, NC facility. The role involves forklift operation, material handling of raw and finished goods, and supporting production with timely movement and documentation.

You must be willing to overtime, have excellent attendance, and strong written and verbal communication to follow manufacturing instructions and maintain safe, organized work areas.