Materials Handling Coordinator I

Gildan; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Mentorship and development

Diversity and teamwork

Job summary

Gildan is seeking a warehouse worker to remove cartons from a special order belt, sort them onto wooden pallets by customer, and wrap pallets for staging. This role emphasizes safety, basic equipment use, and steady physical work in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include handling pallets, moving loads with a pallet jack, and maintaining housekeeping. Training and orientation are provided, with opportunities to grow within a large apparel manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Obtain pallet jack and wooden pallet
• Monitor the special order handling belt for cartons
• Remove cartons from the belt and place on wooden pallets by customer
• Cut tape and breakdown boxes as needed; Stack on pallet; wear approved cutting gloves
• Secure full pallets with plastic wrap
• Move secured pallet to designated staging area and obtain another empty pallet
• Perform general housekeeping duties in work area during and at the end of shift
• Perform any additional duties as specified by supervisor

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.

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

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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

• Obtain pallet jack and wooden pallet
• Monitor the special order handling belt for cartons
• Remove cartons from the belt and place on wooden pallets by customer
• Cut tape and breakdown boxes as needed; Stack on pallet; wear approved cutting gloves
• Secure full pallets with plastic wrap
• Move secured pallet to designated staging area and obtain another empty pallet
• Perform general housekeeping duties in work area during and at the end of shift
• Perform any additional duties as specified by supervisor.

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

Collect boxes from special order handling belt

Walking

50%

8 Hrs

Collect pallets from belt and transport to designated area

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

• 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

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.