Material Handler-Warehouse

Smurfit Westrock plc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Indianapolis seeks a dedicated materials handler to efficiently receive, count, move, and stage materials for production jobs. This role involves working closely with multiple departments, operating forklifts, and maintaining accurate inventory records.

Ideal candidates must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D., effective communication skills, and be able to work well in a team environment. The position emphasizes safety and requires passing forklift training.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass in-house forklift training.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Good organizational and team collaboration skills required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, count, move, and stage materials for production.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery to production jobs.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Receive, count, move and stage materials for production jobs as noted on job tickets and schedules in a safe, timely and efficient manner. Track material usage in hard copy and electronic database. Participate in cycle counts of inventory and yearly physical inventory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works closely with all departments to ensure products are received in and delivered accurately to production jobs in a timely manner.
• Follows all standard operations procedures, work instructions, and current GMPs.
• Operates forklift properly and safely.
• Opens and prepares loads for production.
• Communicates effectively with operators.
• Follows all safety rules.
• Assists with timely and accurate period cycle count.
• Assists with the complete annual physical inventory process.
• Assists with the resolution inventory discrepancies.
• Delivers materials to appropriate jobs per job tickets and the schedule; moves and stages materials as needed.
• Manages time effectively.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be able to pass in-house forklift training.
• Must be efficient in basic computer skills (e-mail, word processing, database, etc.).
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must have knowledge of or ability to learn safety rules and procedures, operating, maintenance, and technical policies and procedures.
• Must be able to relate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job 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 job functions.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.