Material Handler

BW Packaging; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Packaging is seeking a Material Handler to accurately handle materials in receiving, shipping, and staging for manufacturing and parts fulfillment. You will maintain inventory integrity, support production, and ensure a clean, organized work area while communicating effectively with internal teams.

The role requires attention to detail, ERP proficiency, and a valid driver’s license where driving Company vehicles is possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and maintain clean driving record, if required to drive Company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack and inspect materials, verify part numbers and quantities.
• Process receipts in ERP and update inventory records.
• Stock, stage and maintain inventory in an orderly manner; perform cycle counts.
• Pack items for shipment and prepare shipping documents; determine shipping method.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Warehouse experience

Safe work practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Valid driver's license

Job description

About Us

BW Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care. As part of the privately held Barry‑Wehmiller family, we unite a global team of packaging experts with a clear purpose: People Who Care, Building Solutions that Perform. We take on our customers’ toughest challenges as our own — delivering both innovative and enduring solutions that set the standard for value and performance. Our strength comes from our people and the power of our brands — trusted names in packaging that are known worldwide for engineering excellence, application expertise, and lifetime commitment to customer success. Truly Human Leadership guides our belief that exceptional business results and profound respect for people together provide the foundation of enduring success. We are committed to forging lasting partnerships with our customers, earning their trust through integrity, expertise, and execution. With our full range of packaging solutions and long term partnership and service, we help customers achieve operational excellence today while building the future of packaging together.

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 Packaging is looking for an experienced Material Handler who will be responsible for the accurate and efficient handling of materials in both receiving, shipping and staging for manufacturing and operations and/or parts fulfillment. In this role, you will ensure inventory integrity, support production and fulfillment needs, and maintain a clean and organized work environment. The role will require attention to detail, ERP system proficiency, and effective communication with internal teams.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Receive packages from carriers (UPS, FedEx, DHL, LTL) and internal fabrication team.
• Open, unpack and inspect materials to verify part numbers, quantities and item accuracy related to purchase orders.
• Process receipts in ERP system and update inventory records.
• Run reports including MO shortage, FS shortage, best bin, and special locations.
• Transport items to/from fabrication and assembly as needed.
• Transport materials to/from local outside services or vendors.
• Sanitize incoming parts by removing OEM identifiers (i.e. stickers, plates, etc.) for Aftermarket.
• Label parts with internal identifiers.
• Coordinate with supply chain/purchasing to resolve discrepancies such as incorrect part, quantity issues, damaged goods or purchase order holds.
• Stock, stage and maintain inventory/bin items in an accurate, efficient and orderly manner.
• Perform inventory cycle counts.
• Pick materials for assembly or parts fulfillment, ensuring timely delivery:
• Verify location, quantity and item accuracy, reconcile differences.
• Resolve any picking issues.
• Present parts and materials for assembly in organized manner.
• Process inventory transactions and shipments in ERP system.
• Pack items for shipment:
• Select appropriate packaging (box, pallet, skid, crate).
• Build crates/boxes as required.
• Pack and secure materials for LTL or parcel shipping.
• Complete shipping documentation including destination labels, bills‑of‑lading and commercial invoices.
• Determine and schedule shipping method (CIP, Ex Works, Domestic, International).
• Communicate with customer, project management or customer service reps for international documentation.
• For parts fulfillment, monitor shipping in‑box for updates, early picks, and missing information.
• For equipment, coordinate with assembly team for outgoing shipments.
• Deliver on order quality by ensuring all parts and equipment orders are accurate and packaged for safe delivery.
• Work closely with planning, supply chain and other production team members to resolve issues.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including wearing required PPE, and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and maintain clean driving record, if required to drive Company vehicles.

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 Packaging