Materials Handling Coordinator I

Socket.dev; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Development opportunities

Competitive benefits

Diversity and inclusion

Publicly traded company

Job summary

Gildan is seeking a warehouse associate to unload cartons from the special order belt, sort on wooden pallets, wrap full pallets, and move them with a pallet jack to staging areas. You will identify styles, load rails, replenish inventory, and perform duties as directed to support daily shipping operations.

The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting light to moderate loads, with a focus on accuracy and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended period of time.
• Must complete company new hire and safety orientation.

Responsibilities

• Identify product styles by case in overflow behind pick racks or at the end of pick racks to be able to load slick rails and flow racks by style to the determined location that the case needs to go in.
• Load slick rails and flow racks as needed to keep product in locations and available to pick.
• Make boxes and pick up empty cases throughout department as you replenish. Clear all the zones of cases debris and pallets and any other duties as specified by supervisor.
• Operation of a pallet jack.
• Any other duties specified by the supervisor/manager

Skills

English language

Safety orientation

Team collaboration

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Who we are

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

Position Overview (Briefly describe primary purpose of position. No more than 2-3 sentences.)

Remove cartons from the special order handling belt and sort on wooden pallets by customer. Wrap full pallets with plastic wrap then utilizing a pallet jack move pallets to the designated staging area.

Essential Functions

• Identify product styles by case in overflow behind pick racks or at the end of pick racks to be able to load slick rails and flow racks by style to the determined location that the case needs to go in.
• Load slick rails and flow racks as needed to keep product in locations and available to pick.
• Make boxes and pick up empty cases throughout department as you replenish. Clear all the zones of cases debris and pallets and any other duties as specified by supervisor.
• Operation of a pallet jack.
• Any other duties specified by the supervisor/manager

Set-Up for Daily Operations

The employee will obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.

Job Specific Task Factors

ROM

Standing 50% 8 Hrs

Walking 50% 8 Hrs

Sitting 0% 8 Hrs

Reach, pinch, grasp, turn twist 50-75% 8 Hrs

Twist back, bend, stoop 20-50% 8 Hrs

Reach 12\" - 18\"

Work area height 12” – 56”

Normal Wt Max Wt Distance

Lifting <5 lbs 45 lbs 2-10 ft Empty boxes, pallets, supplies

Carrying <5 lbs 45 lbs 2-10 ft Empty boxes, pallets, supplies

Push/Pull (object wt) <5 lbs 250 lbs 3-150 ft Pallet empty boxes w/pallet jack

Push/Pull (Static Force) <5 lbs 25 lbs 3-150 ft Pallet empty boxes w/pallet jack

Break cycle (2) 20 Minute

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations

Must be able to learn to use the equipment required to complete task

Must be able to stand and walk for extended period of time

Must be able to perform all functions of the job safely

Must complete company new hire and safety orientation

What’s in it for you?

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Find your fit with us

We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.