Forklift Operator & Material Handler (MHE/Warehouse)

Smurfit Westrock; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock, Rural Hall, NC, is seeking a Material Handler to efficiently move materials from manufacturing and suppliers to assembly plants and customers. Shift: Mon-Thurs 6am–4pm; Pay: $19.30/hr.

Responsibilities include operating MHE, unloading inbound materials, stocking, and supporting production lines. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years sit-down forklift experience, and English fluency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of sit-down forklift experience required.
• Forklift certification is a plus or willing to obtain upon hire.
• One or more years of experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• Fluency in English, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy 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 (MHE) before the start of the shift.
• Ensure all safety equipment and devices are in place and working properly.
• Safe operation of the MHE within the plant to prevent damage or personal injury.
• Responsible for unloading inbounds, warehousing materials, supplying production lines and loading outbound shipments.
• Checking the trailers to make sure they are safe to use.
• Ensuring materials are properly unitized and marked.
• Accurately checking the quantity and description of the materials handled.
• Loading various size pallets to maximize trailer cube while minimizing in transit damage.
• Completing paperwork associated with the movement of materials in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintaining accurate inventory of all materials and completing daily cycle counts.
• Assisting other areas as need to maintain a team approach.
• May assist as a back up to the Warehouse Clerk when necessary
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric Pallet Jack

Forklift

Stand-up Reach Truck

Sit-down Swing Reach Truck

Job description

Smurfit Westrock, Rural Hall, NC, is seeking a Material Handler to efficiently move materials from manufacturing and suppliers to assembly plants and customers. Shift: Mon-Thurs 6am–4pm; Pay: $19.30/hr.

Responsibilities include operating MHE, unloading inbound materials, stocking, and supporting production lines. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years sit-down forklift experience, and English fluency.