Material Handler - Film Puller

TOPPAN Packaging USA (Hickory) Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 22,650 - 32,260; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is seeking a Material Handler - Film Puller in Hickory, NC, for a 12-hour night shift (7PM-7AM) on a 2-2-3 schedule. Pay rate is $19.93/hour plus a $2.00 shift differential.

You will safely operate material handling equipment, track inventory, and support shipping and inventory control. Responsibilities include pulling finished goods, staging materials, labeling pallets, and assisting with cycle counts and year-end inventory.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to safely handle raw materials and finished products.
• Basic computer and scanning system skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in counting and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs, and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use scan guns to track and record inventory locations.
• Pull finished goods and stage materials for shipment.
• Verify counts to fulfill shipping orders accurately.
• Print and apply labels to outgoing pallets.
• Assist with year-end inventory and cycle counts.
• Perform trailer lockout procedures, truck inspections, and freight loading.
• Print and process releases for outgoing shipments and create BOLs.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Perform forklift safety inspections at shift start per OSHA standards.
• Follow plant safety and food safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jacks

Scan guns

Job description

Position: Material Handler - Film Puller

Location: Hickory, NC

Shift: 12 hour night shift | 7PM-7AM | 2-2-3 schedule

Pay Rate: $19.93/hour + $2.00 shift differential

Summary Description

While reporting to the Shipping Supervisor, the Material Handler Level I is responsible for safely operating material handling equipment and supporting shipping and inventory operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate shipments, inventory control, and safe material movement throughout the facility.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Use scan guns to accurately track and record inventory locations
• Pull finished goods and stage materials for shipment
• Verify counts to fulfill shipping orders accurately
• Print and apply labels to outgoing pallets
• Assist with year-end inventory and cycle counts
• Perform trailer lockout procedures, truck inspections, and freight loading
• Print and process releases for outgoing shipments
• Create bills of lading (BOLs) and related shipping documentation
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
• Perform forklift safety inspections at the start of each shift in compliance with OSHA standards
• Follow all plant safety and food safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

We’d Love to Hear From You

• If You have previous forklift and material handling experience in a manufacturing environment
• You can safely handle raw materials and finished products
• You can work independently with strong attention to detail
• You have basic computer and scanning system skills
• You can manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• You are comfortable standing, walking, lifting, and operating equipment throughout the shift
• You can occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• You have strong communication and teamwork skills
• You can help coach and support team members when needed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Our Thermoformed and Flexible Packaging business serves North America, Latin America and Europe with 22 locations. We create and manufacture sustainable packaging solutions. Our customers span the food, retail, and medical sectors. Our packaging meets the needs of a wide range of applications including snacks, condiments, healthcare items, prepared meals, fresh produce, coffee, and pet food. We are committed to responsible packaging that protects products and supports a healthier planet.

Our Vision Change the World through Packaging Innovation

Our Mission Foster a society focused on well-being and sustainability, while safeguarding our planet for future generations, through the continuous development of innovative packaging solutions that explore cutting‑edge materials and technologies.

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