Forklift Operator/Material Handler 3rd Shift

Smurfit Westrock; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Greensboro, NC is seeking an Inventory and Materials Coordinator to ensure materials are staged, tracked, and delivered accurately to production. You will support material flow and inventory accuracy while collaborating with production and shipping teams.

The role requires following SOPs and GMP, safely operating forklifts, participating in cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining finished goods inventory.

Responsibilities

• Stage materials for production jobs based on job tickets and schedules
• Track material usage
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials
• Follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and GMP requirements
• Operate forklifts safely and in accordance with company standards
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Support cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes
• Investigate and help resolve inventory discrepancies
• Manage Finished Good inventory by receiving the inventory, picking, and packing
• Manage time effectively to meet operational deadlines

Skills

Stage materials

Track usage

Cross-functional coordination

Forklift operation

SOP GMP compliance

Inventory accuracy

Cycle counts

Finished goods management

Safety compliance

Job description

Description & Requirements

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.

The Opportunity

The Inventory and Materials Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting production operations by ensuring materials are staged, tracked, and delivered accurately and efficiently. This role is responsible for maintaining material flow, supporting inventory accuracy, and working cross-functionally with production and shipping teams. A typical day includes staging materials, communicating with operators, tracking usage in systems, managing finished goods inventory and ensuring all safety and operational procedures are followed.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Stage materials for production jobs based on job tickets and schedules
• Track material usage
• Communicate and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials
• Follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and GMP requirements
• Operate forklifts safely and in accordance with company standards
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Support cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes
• Investigate and help resolve inventory discrepancies
• Manage Finished Good inventory by receiving the inventory, picking, and packing
• Manage time effectively to meet operational deadlines

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• The role requires standing, sitting, mobility, and use of hands for extended periods. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and work in a loud environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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.