Material Handler

Amcor LLC; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing programs

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Retirement Savings Plan with company 1

Job summary

Amcor LLC in Kentucky is seeking a warehouse associate to move raw material, WIP, and finished goods and to replenish materials as production demands require. You will operate a forklift, load trailers, and maintain safety and orderly storage on the production floor.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 35 pounds, and willingness to work overtime. We value safe, reliable team players who communicate well and contribute to a strong, compliant warehouse

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to climb on/off forklift safely and lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials, WIP, and finished goods and record in JDE system.
• Replenish materials in staging areas per production needs.
• Load trailers with finished goods and scrap; operate shrink wrap machine as needed.
• Stock supplies in production area; inspect incoming items for damage.
• Perform daily forklift maintenance checks and report hazards.
• Communicate with team and participate in department meetings.
• Keep warehouse clean, remove unused items, and write routine reports.
• Hand stack finished goods at end of production line; support team as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Overtime availability

Reading safety rules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:To move raw material, WIP, and finished goods physically and account for these transactions in the JDE inventory system.Replenish raw materials in staging areas as production demands require.Load trailers with finished goods and scrap material.Operate shrink wrap machine as needed.Safely move product via forklift to and from production areas.Stock production department with supplies (Tape, PE Bags, corrugate, etc.).Receive and deliver all LTL incoming product and packages.Inspect incoming product and packages for damage and report findings to warehouse group leader.Use handheld or truck mounted terminals to control warehouse inventory.Perform daily maintenance checks on forklifts.Communicate and cooperate with other employees in a positive and constructive manner.Keep warehouse clean and organized and remove unused items from production floor.Report potential warehouse hazards to department group leader or manager.Attend department meetings.Write routine reports and correspondence.Any other duties as assigned by department manager, warehouse group leader, or plant manager.Hand stack finished goods at the end of the production line.Qualifications and Experience:High school diploma or GED equivalent.Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to climb on and off forklift safely without assistance, minimum of six times per hour.Lift and move up to 35 pounds manually.Requires good peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms and horns.Must be willing and able to work overtime.Our ExpectationsWe expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and productsAccelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTubeEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansPaid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by locationCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing programs & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)