Material Handler

Novolex; Baxter Springs (KS); On-site; USD 24,011 - 29,659; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Development

Job summary

Novolex in Baxter Springs, KS is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, move and track raw materials and finished goods in a safe, organized warehouse that supports our diverse packaging operations.

The 3rd shift runs 11pm–7am Sunday through Thursday with a starting pay rate of $17.43–$21.53 per hour. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with training through our learning programs.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in warehouse or distribution center.
• Commitment to an accident-free and drug-free workplace.
• Quality-conscious with a focus on excellence.
• Strong work ethic, enthusiasm and high energy level.
• Reliable and dependable, with willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Pull, transport, & stage product per designated procedure for both truckload and multi-stop loads.
• Unload, stage, and receive RO Finished Goods and/or Manufactured Finished Goods.
• Unload, stage, and receive Raw Materials.
• Transfer Raw Materials, Production Supplies, and MRO Supplies to designated production area.
• Complete accurate inventory transactions for movement of all Raw Materials, Finished Goods, RO Finished Goods, and Manufactured Finished Goods.
• Collect recyclable and non-recyclable waste from production areas; dispose of waste per designated procedure.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Complete assigned duties in compliance with company policies & procedures.
• Actively engage in safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

Skills

Warehouse experience

Safety-conscious

Dependability

Overtime readiness

Strong work ethic

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Material Handler

Baxter Springs, KS

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $17.43 - 21.53/hour

Available Shift

• 3rd: 11pm - 7am, Sunday - Thursday

Overview

Load, unload, move, and track raw materials and/or finished goods in compliance with Safety Programs and Quality Assurance Systems to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Pull, transport, & stage product per designated procedure for both truckload and multi-stop loads
• Unload, stage, and receive RO Finished Goods and/or Manufactured Finished Goods
• Unload, stage, and receive Raw Materials
• Transfer Raw Materials, Production Supplies, and MRO Supplies to designated production area
• Complete accurate inventory transactions for movement of all Raw Materials, Finished Goods, RO Finished Goods, and Manufactured Finished Goods
• Collect recyclable and non-recyclable waste from production areas; dispose of waste per designated procedure
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Complete assigned duties in compliance with company policies & procedures
• Actively engage in safety programs
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in warehouse or distribution center; experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
• Commitment to an accident-free and drug-free workplace
• Quality-conscious, oriented to excellence
• Strong work ethic evidenced by enthusiasm, positive attitude, and high energy level
• Record of dependability & reliability
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen