Night Shift Material Handler — Forklift & MHE Specialist

Smurfit Westrock plc; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc is seeking a Material Handler in Winston-Salem to efficiently move materials between manufacturing stages and external suppliers. You will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, maintain accurate inventories, and support production lines while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires English fluency, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain forklift certification if not already certified. Overtime is required, with a shift from 7pm to 7am.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift certification a plus or willing to obtain upon hire.
• 1+ years experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• Fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy preferred but not required.
• Two sit-down forklift experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric pallet jacks, forklifts, stand-up reach trucks and sit-down swing reach trucks.
• Complete daily MHE safety checklist before shift.
• Ensure safety equipment is in place and functioning.
• Unload inbound materials, warehouse them, supply production lines and load outbound shipments.
• Check trailers to ensure safe use.
• Ensure materials are properly unitized and labeled.
• Accurately check quantity and description of materials handled.
• Load pallets to maximize trailer space and minimize damage.
• Complete paperwork for material movements accurately and timely.
• Maintain inventory and perform daily cycle counts.
• Assist other areas to maintain teamwork; back up Warehouse Clerk when needed.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Sit-down forklift experience

Job description

Smurfit Westrock plc is seeking a Material Handler in Winston-Salem to efficiently move materials between manufacturing stages and external suppliers. You will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, maintain accurate inventories, and support production lines while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires English fluency, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain forklift certification if not already certified. Overtime is required, with a shift from 7pm to 7am.