Material Handler

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Papersystems in Baltimore is seeking a Material Handler to receive, store and move raw materials and parts across production lines. The role requires lifting and operating material handling equipment and working with production teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of warehousing or materials handling experience. Strong attendance, reliability and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in material handling, inventory control, or warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, issue and store material/parts in established locations.
• Fill and distribute basic material and repair orders.
• Label, pack and load items for shipment according to specifications.
• Unload incoming trucks; inspect for damage; verify items against freight bills.
• Maintain records of all items received and shipped.
• Perform cycle count to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Operate forklift and other handling equipment.
• Adhere to safety procedures and company policies.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About Us

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

BW Papersystems is looking for a Material Handler to join our team! In this role, you will receive, identify, store and deliver a wide variety of raw material and manufactured/ purchased parts for additional processing, assembly, machining, or direct shipment.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Work from shop orders, receiving reports, material requisitions, repair order lists and/or verbal instructions to identify disposition of materials
• Receive, identify, issue and store material/parts in established location using appropriate identification method
• Fill and distribute basic material and repair orders
• Label, pack and load items for shipment according to specifications
• Unload incoming trucks as directed; inspect for damage; compare items and quantities received against freight bills
• Maintain records of all items received and shipped
• Perform cycle count to maintain inventory accuracy
• Detect defective materials, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions
• Operate materials handling equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or organize storage
• Responsible for the proper handling and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements (USA only). Correctly label and date hazardous waste drums and transfer to authorized waste vendor.
• Recognize spills/leaks and handle as trained and in accordance to company policy
• Actively participate in team meetings to communicate and help resolve any cost, quality, or production issues
• Regularly and effectively communicate and interact with other team members
• Regular and predictable attendance at the worksite and on any assigned shift or work schedule is required for this position, as is the ability to work frequent overtime; this is not a job that can be performed remotely
• Maintain equipment and work area in clean and orderly fashion
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications & Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 2+ years of experience working as a material handler, inventory control, or working in warehouse operations

The approximate pay range for this position is $19-24/hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer.

M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company: BW Papersystems

Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It’s that vision that drives us in creating world-class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal—to use the power of our business to build a better world.