Material Handler 1st shift

Avature; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, ensuring the safe operation of forklifts, and maintaining the cleanliness of the warehouse. This position requires attention to detail, especially in verifying product counts and descriptions. The company values safety and efficiency, offering an opportunity to contribute to a diverse workforce while managing essential warehouse operations. If you are looking for a stable position with growth potential in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in warehouse operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, warehouse products and materials.
• Inspect and operate forklift safely throughout the facility.
• Perform regular inventory and cycle counts.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

RF Scanner Usage

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

RF Scanner

Forklift

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Summary :

The Material Handler – Assembly position is responsible for loading and unloading trucks; warehousing product and materials and supplying production lines with requested product and/or components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Inspect forklift daily at the start of the shift insuring all safety features are operational.
• Complete checklist documenting inspection.
• Safe operation of forklift, moving materials throughout the facility. Assure all materials shipped and warehoused are handled in a manner that prevents damage.
• Load and unload trucks; warehouse products and materials.
• Inspect trailers for Safety at beginning of loading and unloading
• Use an RF scanner for receipts, issues to lines, returns, and bar code locations.
• Verify all counts, quantities and descriptions of products and materials received, shipped or warehoused.
• Service production lines, delivering product and/or components as requested.
• Timely and accurate completion of paperwork associated with the movement of product and materials.
• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the warehouse and the loading docks.
• Perform regular inventory and cycle counts.
• Safely change forklift propane tanks and/or batteries as needed.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.