Material Handler

WestRock Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WestRock Company is seeking a Material Handler to join their Indianapolis team. The role involves pulling and setting up rolls of paper, operating forklifts, and ensuring the area is maintained according to 5S policies. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience with forklifts preferred, along with the ability to lift heavy loads.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently.
• Experience driving a forklift and clamp truck preferred.
• Good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Pulls rolls of paper for sheeter.
• Operates a forklift and manages roll waste.
• Unloads trucks and stages pallets.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

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Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

General Information

• Job ID: ATR51724
• Posting Job Title: Material Handler
• Location: IN Indianapolis MPS
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Date Posted: 22-May-2025

Description & Requirements

**General Purpose:** Pull and set up rolls of paper for the sheeter.

Essential Job Functions

• Pulls rolls of paper for sheeter.
• Runs sheeter when lead operator is absent.
• Unloads trucks with clamp truck and receives the order in the system when required.
• Delivers rolls of paper to the sheeter when required.
• Maintains machine and general area to ensure 5S policies are followed.
• Manages roll waste and recyclables in the proper areas.
• Ensures sheeter has empty pallets loaded for sheeted stock.
• Unloads completed pallets from sheeter, bands, wraps, and stages pallets when required.
• Operates a forklift.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to pass a basic reading test.
• Experience driving a forklift and clamp truck preferred.
• Good attendance record.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently.

Candidates must undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, prior to employment start.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.