Material Handler

Amcor; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off, starting at 40 hours

Company-paid holidays starting at 8

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to move materials, stock production areas, and ensure accurate inventory processing. You will operate forklifts, load trailers, and maintain a clean, safe workspace in a fast-paced facility.

You will follow safety rules, read and interpret procedures, and participate in meetings and reporting. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and requires lifting up to 35 pounds, overtime readiness, and reliable teamwork in Kentucky.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must have good peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
• Hearing sufficient to recognize warnings, alarms and horns.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Forklift safety

Reading comprehension

Manual lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.

Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD & D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

EEO Statement

Amcor 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.