Material Handler I — Growth Path & Safety Focus

International Paper Company; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Material Handler 1 for our Carrollton, TX facility. The role reports to the plant floor and requires safe handling of pallets and materials, daily forklift inspections, and teamwork to meet production goals.

This hourly full-time swing shift position offers steady work, a focus on safety and quality, and opportunities for hands-on equipment maintenance and process improvement in a large manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work any shift as needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift heavy materials.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Process improvement mindset.
• Pride in reliability and teamwork.
• On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily pre-start forklift maintenance inspection report (or VCR).
• Complete sorting and deboxing of material.
• Move/stack pallets/materials on the production floor.
• Dump gaylords, totes and cages.
• Complete PMs for all certified mobile equipment regularly.
• Must be able to lift 25 – 30 lbs.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment according to plant housekeeping standards.
• Attend and participate in Plant safety meetings.
• Manage controllable costs through proper equipment, tool and consumable usage.
• Report any safety or maintenance concerns.
• Communicate with floor lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues, unacceptable or non-conforming loads, poor bale quality, or any other issues with material being handled.
• Adhere to Plant policies and guidelines.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

18+ years

Authorized to work in US

Shift flexibility

Safety focus

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Lift up to 30 lbs

English proficiency

Time management

Equipment operation

Tools

Hand Truck

Plastic Bander

Job description

International Paper is seeking a Material Handler 1 for our Carrollton, TX facility. The role reports to the plant floor and requires safe handling of pallets and materials, daily forklift inspections, and teamwork to meet production goals.

This hourly full-time swing shift position offers steady work, a focus on safety and quality, and opportunities for hands-on equipment maintenance and process improvement in a large manufacturing environment.