Material Handler - Forklift 2nd shift

Smurfit Westrock; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a warehouse associate in Hendersonville, NC. You will deliver materials and finished goods, track inventory movements, and support production departments through accurate handling and documentation.

This role requires forklift operation, basic computer skills, and reliable attendance. A forklift license is preferred or can be obtained, with overtime during peak periods as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–6 months material handling experience with forklift preferred.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license.
• Basic computer/data entry skills required.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials and finished goods to production departments.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements and adjustments.
• Operate forklift/pallet jack to load/unload shipments.
• Interface with truckers and ensure documentation for outbound shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Tools

Inventory management system

Job description

Deliver raw materials and finished goods to the appropriate departments upon request in a timely manner. Accurately track material movements in and out of the department (s) in hard copy and electronic data base and responsible for the accuracy of inventory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives and pulls raw materials and finished goods for all production departments.
• Delivers shipments to various departments. Keeps accurate records of all moves and adjustments for inventory management system.
• Loads and unloads trucks with forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Interfaces with truckers for outbound shipments, ensures all necessary documentation and samples are properly secured with outgoing shipments.
• Verifies that the schedule matches the presses and pulls stock for the label department
• Separates and properly discards corrugated, printed material, miscellaneous garbage.
• Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position and department.
• Follows established policies, work instructions and safety and environmental guidelines.
• Records production information such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.
• Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.
• Follows instructions accurately.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Performs other job duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-6 month minimum of prior material handling experience using a forklift experience is preferred.
• Must have or able to obtain a forklift license.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of or ability learn safety rules and procedures and operating policies and procedures.
• Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge (data entry).
• Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including additions, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Must be able to learn quickly and adapt to change.
• Must possess the following competencies: accuracy, reliability, decision making, time management and self-motivation.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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