Material Handler 1st Shift

Smurfit Westrock Company; Winston-Salem, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Company in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Material Handler for the 1st shift. The role involves operating multiple MHE, unloading inbound materials, stocking warehouses, and supporting production lines. Safe, efficient handling and accurate documentation are essential.

Requires 2+ years forklift experience, HS diploma, and English fluency. Overtime is required; willingness to obtain forklift certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of sit-down forklift experience required.
• Forklift certification a plus or willingness to obtain on hire.
• Fluency in English required, both spoken and written.
• Basic computer literacy preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate Electric Pallet Jacks, Forklifts, Stand-up Reach Trucks, and Sit-down Swing Reach Trucks.
• Complete daily equipment checklist before shift start.
• Ensure all safety equipment is in place and functioning properly.
• Unload inbound materials and warehouse them; supply production lines and load outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory and perform daily cycle counts; complete movement paperwork.

Skills

Fluency in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Stand-up Reach Truck

Sit-down Swing Reach Truck

Job description

Material Handler - Winston-Salem

1st shift

The Opportunity:

The Material Handler position in Winston-Salem, NC is responsible for the efficient handling of materials from Manufacturing and outside Suppliers going to our Assembly Plants and Customers.

• Pay: $19.30/hr.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Responsible for operating Electric Pallet Jacks, Forklifts, Stand-up Reach Trucks, and Sit-down Swing Reach Trucks.
• Complete a daily checklist on Material Handling Equipment (MHE) before the start of the shift.
• Ensure all safety equipment and devices are in place and working properly.
• Safe operation of the MHE within the plant to prevent damage or personal injury.
• Responsible for unloading inbounds, warehousing materials, supplying production lines and loading outbound shipments.
• Checking the trailers to make sure they are safe to use.
• Ensuring materials are properly unitized and marked.
• Accurately checking the quantity and description of the materials handled.
• Loading various size pallets to maximize trailer cube while minimizing in transit damage.
• Completing paperwork associated with the movement of materials in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintaining accurate inventory of all materials and completing daily cycle counts.
• Assisting other areas as need to maintain a team approach.
• May assist as a back up to the Warehouse Clerk when necessary
• 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.

What You Need to Succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of Sit-Down Forklift experience required
• Forklift certification a plus or must be willing to obtain upon hire
• One (1) or more years of experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• Fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy preferred but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance.
• Lift 50pounds and without assistance or equipment
• Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time as a primary job responsibility.
• Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
• Wear protective equipment as required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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