Material Handler

Winpak LTD; Norwood (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Tuition assistance program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Winpak LTD is looking for a Material Handler to join our Production Department in Norwood, New Jersey. The role entails safely transporting materials, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting production processes.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and experience in forklift operation. The position is 100% onsite with a compensation range of $20–$24 based on experience. Winpak offers comprehensive benefits including disability coverage and a tuition assistance program.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage inventory in computerized systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport raw materials and finished goods using forklifts.
• Stock production areas as required.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Safety commitment

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Winpak Control Group, Norwood, NJ 07648, USA

Description

Winpak Control Group Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to join our Production Department based out of Norwood, New Jersey.

In this role you will support smooth and uninterrupted production by safely and efficiently moving materials throughout the plant. This role is essential to maintaining inventory accuracy, workplace safety, and operational flow across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods using forklifts.
• Stock production areas (Printing, Slitting, Pouch, and Extrusion) as required.
• Return unused materials to inventory daily and update locations in the system.
• Transfer finished goods to the Finishing Department and stage rework materials as needed.
• Issue cardboard, cores, skids, and resin to production departments.
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections, including forklift batteries.
• Complete stock transfers, cycle counts, and inventory documentation accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and clear transfer racks to storage.
• Conduct routine safety checks and report equipment or racking issues.
• Support recycling initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality and production goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Experience operating forklifts safely in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to enter and manage inventory in computerized systems.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO or SQF quality standards.
• Experience supporting safety or sustainability programs.

Additional Information

• The Material Handler position is 100% onsite, working on the production floor.
• Must be available to work on the first shift.
• Standing and walking required for most of the shift.
• Occasional lifting, 50 lbs.
• Indoor manufacturing environment with occasional dust exposure.

Compensation range:

The compensation range is $20–$24 and is provided as a general guideline only. Pay will be determined based on the candidate's experience and expertise and is subject to vary.

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:

• Disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition assistance programRetirement savings plans
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.