Material Handler-Days & Nights

Pregis LLC.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis LLC. is seeking a full-time Material Handler in Reno, Nevada, responsible for safely driving forklifts, maintaining inventory, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of forklift operation and inventory control experience, with a focus on teamwork and workplace improvement.

This role requires a high school diploma, and experience with inventory management software like SAP is a plus. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of sit-down forklift experience.
• 1+ years of inventory control experience.
• Knowledgeable of safety requirements in manufacturing and warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a forklift to stage material and load/unload trucks.
• Maintain inventory by identifying placements and recording locations.
• Prepare finished stock for shipment by identifying and securing products.

Skills

Forklift operation

Time management

Safety management

Inventory control

Process improvement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Inventory Control/Warehouse Management software (ex. SAP)

Job description

Position:

Material Handler

Shift (S) Available:

6AM-6PM & 6PM-6AM (2-2-3 Schedule)

Material Handler 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 the 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.
• 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.

Material Handler 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).
• Exposure to moving equipment.
• Humidity may exceed 80%.
• Personal Protective Equipment required.

Physical Characteristics:

• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling.

Position Type:

• Full time

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.