Material Handler

Graphic Packaging International; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescrip.

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Time Off + 11 paid companyholi

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Visalia, CA is seeking a Material Handler to safely store finished product pallets, scan barcodes and enter items into the RF inventory system, and assist the stacker as needed. You will ensure accuracy in storage locations and support warehouse operations throughout shifts.

Qualifications focus on forklift operation, attention to detail, and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation and pallet handling experience.
• Ability to read barcodes and use RF inventory systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect the forklift at the beginning of shift.
• Inspect hand wrapped pallets of finished product that are ready to be transferred into the warehouse for shipment.
• Transport product to automated wrapper and wrap securely for storage.
• Scan the 9‑digit barcode on the box and transfer the pallet of boxes into the finished good inventory using the RF system.
• Physically transfer the product to a pre‑assigned designated location in the finished goods warehouse.
• Routinely check the sortation line for case and pallet pull tags and transfer accordingly in the RF inventory system.
• Maintain housekeeping duties of assigned area, remove damaged cases, sweep and straighten pallets.
• Promote plant and company safety practices and procedures.

Job description

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Details

The Material Handler is responsible for two main functions. The first is to safely store finished product pallets into bay locations in the warehouse with a forklift or clamp truck to be pulled later by a shipping employee for an order. The pallets are stored in an organized manner and the employee must be able to align pallets within designated locations. The Material Handler is to ensure that the product from the sortation line is in conformance with storage requirements and procedures. The Material Handler also enters product into bay locations in the inventory control system using the Radio Frequency system and scanning the barcode on the box. This is the beginning of all newly manufactured items to be placed into the Radio Frequency system so accuracy is a must. The Material Handler must also be qualified to perform the duties of the Warehouse Stacker as they are at time required to relieve them for their breaks, lunch or to fill in for an absence.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:
• Visually inspect the forklift at the beginning of shift.
• Inspect hand wrapped pallets of finished product that are ready to be transferred into the warehouse for shipment.
• Transport product to automated wrapper and wrap securely for storage.
• Scan the 9‑digit barcode on the box and transfer the pallet of boxes into the finished good inventory using the R/F system.
• Physically transfer the product to a pre‑assigned designated location in the finished goods warehouse.
• Routinely check the sortation line for case and pallet pull tags that have been sent from the production area. A case pull tag would mean that the Material Handler would transfer the individual case to the department that is requesting the case. A pallet pull tag would be a request for a full pallet of product to be transferred to the Quality Control Area. Transfer the product to the appropriate location in the R/F inventory system along with the physical transaction.
• Maintain housekeeping duties of assigned area. This consists of removing damaged cases, sweeping the area, straightening pallets, and assists the stacker in maintaining cleanliness at the sortation line.
• Understand, perform and promote plant and company safety practices, policies and procedures.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

Comply with all safety standards. Remain focused on safety throughout the shift and perform all work in a safe manner without taking shortcuts. Report injuries immediately to your supervisor and any potential safety hazards observed.

Comply with all quality standards. Produce quality product by not accepting defective material into work center, not making defective products at work station, not passing defects to internal customers and by reporting potential quality issues.

Comply with all sanitation standards. Practice good sanitation and housekeeping practicing to maintain the appearance and condition of the operating facility.

Pay: $21.43 - $23.49

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].