Material Handler

Ppg; Gainesville (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG in Gainesville, AL is hiring a Material Handler to support warehouse operations and ensure timely availability of quality products. The role requires ability to unload trailers, prep shipments, and perform inventory counts while adhering to safety and regulatory requirements.

The position uses RF scanners, Oracle WMS, and standard warehouse equipment. Starting pay is $20.11 per hour for 1st shift (8:00am-4:30 PM).

Qualifications

• 1–2 years warehouse/manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming trailers using hand or electric equipment.
• Check incoming shipments and place material in storage bins with proper stock rotation.
• Process all orders (pallet, small package) efficiently and accurately.
• Use computers, RF scanners and power equipment per distribution best practices.
• Prepare shipping documents and log inputs into Oracle WMS.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Basic math & reading

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tools

Oracle WMS

Job description

Immediately Hiring!

Starting Pay: $20.11

1st Shift 8:00am-4:30 PM

As a Material Handler, you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

Key Responsibilities

• Unload incoming trailers from plant or suppliers of finished goods using hand or electric powered equipment.
• Check incoming shipments and place material in proper storage bin locations while maintaining proper stock rotation of materials.
• Process all types of orders (pallet, small package, etc.) efficiently and without error.
• Use computers, RF scanners and power equipment as well as following distribution best practices regarding efficient workflow/processing.
• Prepare shipping documents for all outgoing shipments ensuring all required inputs are entered into the Oracle Warehouse Management Software.
• Understand and adhere to all applicable DOT, OSHA, EPA, EEO, ISO and other PPG policies procedures and regulations.
• Participate in inventory, cycle counting, and audits as required. Ensure times replenishment and identification of potential material shortages.
• Participate in safety meetings, safety observations, and all other required meetings.
• Perform minor maintenance as required on warehouse equipment including the electric/manual pallet jack, forklift and other special equipment related to the distribution center.
• Performs general housekeeping practices to ensure operation of a safe and well-maintained facility.
• Assists the Distribution Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor in the performance of selected duties or special projects as required.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years warehouse/manufacturing experience.
• Needs to have basic reading, writing, mathematical and communication skills to process orders and complete paperwork as necessary.
• Previous experience in paint and/or hazardous materials is a plus.
• Need to have good interpersonal skills, detail oriented, basic computer skills, and organizational skills.
• Repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs. and stand on one’s feet for extended periods of time.
• Previous fork-truck and hand-jack experience beneficial.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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