Material Handler (2nd Shift) (Shipping)

Sonoco Products Company; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, personal accident, and short/dis

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Co. in Hartselle, AL is seeking a Material Handler (Shipping) to move and organize raw materials and finished reels. You will work with production, shipping, and inventory teams to ensure materials are delivered safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and willingness to work overtime. A high school diploma is preferred, with prior material handling experience considered a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior material handling or warehouse experience a plus.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for 8 hours.
• Excellent attendance is crucial to ensure the team's success.
• Able to read and comprehend manufacturing instructions.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport wood components and finished reels using forklifts and other equipment.
• Collaborate with production team members to facilitate product/material flow and achieve critical line metrics.
• Assist the plant in various areas.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area and department, as well as 5S standards.
• Ensure accurate documentation of quantities loaded or unloaded.
• Execute all tasks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct a daily inspection of the material handling equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Physical endurance

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Material handling equipment

Job description

Position: Material Handler (Shipping) Location: Hartselle, AL Shift: 10a-6p (2nd Shift) Pay Rate: $21.58 /hr + .75 Shift Diff From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. While reporting to the Team Lead as a Material Handler, you’ll play a key role in the movement and organization of raw materials and finished wood reels throughout the facility. You’ll work closely with production, shipping, and inventory teams to ensure materials are delivered efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport wood components and finished reels using forklifts and other equipment
• Collaborate with production team members to facilitate product/material flow and achieve critical line metrics.
• Assist the plant in various areas
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area and department, as well as 5S standards.
• Ensure accurate documentation of quantities loaded or unloaded.
• Execute all tasks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct a daily inspection of the material handling equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior experience in material handling or warehouse operations a plus
• Excellent attendance is crucial to ensure the team's success.
• A proven record of success in a fast-paced environment is required.
• You must be able to collaborate well with different teams and be attentive to identifying discrepancies.
• You’ll take pride in your analytical and hands‑on abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Physical requirements include being able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for at least 8 hours.
• You should be able to read and comprehend manufacturing instructions.
• You’ll be required to work overtime when necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. Sonoco Privacy Policy