Material Handler-Days

Pregis Corporation; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis Corporation in Conover, NC is seeking a full-time Material Handler. In this role, you will maintain distribution of materials, operate a forklift, and manage inventory effectively while adhering to safety procedures.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of forklift and inventory control experience. Pregis promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering equal opportunities and a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of sit-down forklift experience.
• 1+ years of inventory control experience.
• Experience with Inventory Control/Warehouse Management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a forklift to stage and transfer material.
• Communicates and ensures all safety procedures are adhered to.
• Maintains inventory by identifying and placing materials.
• Prepares finished stock for shipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety management

Time management

Process improvement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Under the direction of the Logistics Supervisor and/or Department Supervisor the Material Handler maintains distribution of materials between the production floor and inventory; loading and unloading; delivering production materials and supplies to production floor; staging finished product in designated inventory location; general housekeeping in accordance with Pregis policies and procedures.

Classification: Full-Time-Hourly

Reports To: Shift Supervisor

Shifts: 6AM-6PM based on a 2-2-3 schedule (overtime as needed based on business needs)

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely drive a forklift to stage material, load trucks, unload trucks and transfer material within the plant and within departments as needed.
• Keeps Safety at the forefront of team’s thinking and approach to work.
• Communicates and ensures all safety procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Skills/Qualifications: Organization, dealing with complexity, time management, process improvement, safety management, forklift operation, inventory control, lifting.
• Assists to maintain a safe, well organized, FIFO (first in, first out) controlled warehouse per Pregis Best Practice.
• Maintains inventory by identifying and placing materials and supplies in stock; recording location of inventory.
• Prepares finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and securing product in correct location.
• Be a reliable member of the team, always identifying and professionally communicating ways to improve the work environment.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Other responsibilities as directed or required.

Competency

• Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others
• Promote positive teamwork culture
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
• Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture

Qualifications and/or Experience

• 1+ years of sit-down forklift experience
• 1+ years of inventory control experience
• Experience with Inventory Control/Warehouse Management software (ex. SAP) is a plus!
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment
• Inside work
• Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
• Humidity may exceed 80%
• Noise may exceed 85dB+
• Personal Protective Equipment required

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping, sitting
• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.