Material Handler

Smurfit-Westrock; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Greenville, TX, is seeking a Material Handler to support warehouse and production. You will move materials, stage WIP, and deliver to maintain smooth production flow while upholding GMP and OSHA safety standards.

You will collaborate with production, shipping, and warehouse teams to meet daily goals and maintain inventory accuracy. The role requires forklift operation, basic computer skills, and a valid driver’s license, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Forklift training and certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and handle overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cutting and finishing machines are supplied with correct materials to support production.
• Move, wrap, stage, and store WIP and finished goods in designated warehouse locations.
• Operate forklifts safely, including daily equipment inspections and required training.
• Coordinate with scheduling to maintain appropriate WIP inventory levels and transfer excess materials to offsite storage.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials throughout the facility.
• Support warehouse organization, housekeeping, and equipment cleanliness.
• Follow GMP, OSHA, and company safety standards while identifying and reporting hazards.
• Inspect warehouse areas for cleanliness, contamination risks, and facility damage.
• Work collaboratively with production, shipping, and warehouse teams to meet operational goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Overtime readiness

Forklift certification

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

This role supports warehouse and production operations by ensuring materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods are properly moved, staged, stored, and delivered to support efficient production flow. The Material Handler plays a key role in inventory management, warehouse organization, safety compliance, and product quality while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure cutting and finishing machines are supplied with the correct materials to support efficient production.
• Move, wrap, stage, and store WIP and finished goods in designated warehouse locations.
• Operate forklifts safely, including performing daily equipment inspections and completing required training.
• Coordinate with scheduling to maintain appropriate WIP inventory levels and transfer excess materials to offsite storage as needed.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials throughout the facility.
• Support warehouse organization, housekeeping, and equipment cleanliness.
• Follow GMP, OSHA, and company safety standards while identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Inspect warehouse areas for cleanliness, contamination risks, and facility damage.
• Work collaboratively with production, shipping, and warehouse teams to meet operational goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to complete company forklift training and maintain forklift certification.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed, including during peak production periods.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• Competitive compensation based on experience, skills, and performance.
• A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations.

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.