Posting Title Material Handler - Logistics

Magnera; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera is seeking a Material Handler in Fort Smith, AR to support warehouse operations. You will receive, inspect, store, issue and deliver materials, using RF scanners and lift trucks to move goods safely and efficiently.

Under Warehouse supervision, you will verify labels, ensure correct weights and packaging, and maintain accurate shipment documents. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, safety awareness, and the ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and effectively communicate information both verbal and written.
• Ability to define problems and troubleshoot.
• Attention to detail while multitasking and staying organized.
• Independent self-starter and able to work in a team.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills (typing, files, software).
• Able to safely operate overhead crane and forklift.

Responsibilities

• Receives, inspects, stores, issues and delivers materials, equipment and supplies.
• Loads and unloads trailers, railcars, and containers using lift trucks.
• Transports products using lift trucks to bays and staging areas.
• Verifies labels and product identifications against orders and specifications.
• Follows quality and safety procedures and completes OSHA documentation as required.
• Maintains accurate shipment and inventory records with RF scanners.
• Prepares and organizes bills of lading, packing lists and shipment documentation.
• Identifies and communicates damage or issues to supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Independent / Team player

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

Role:

Under the leadership of the Warehouse Supervisor, the Material Handler is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing, and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies. The Material Handler assists in the distribution as well as in the processing of parts within the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures safety of self and others by consistently following safety procedures.Ensures all OSHA documentation on equipment check lists are current and complete before using any powered lift equipment. Attends and participates in all appropriate health and safety training. Inspects his work environment such as Lift truck, warehouse area and trailers as per procedure
• Loads and unloads trailers, railcars, and containers with paper rolls, skids, bales, roll pulp, finished goods, mechanical parts or any other products.
• Transports products listed above from docks to bay locations and vice versa using gas-powered, electric and manually operated lift trucks.
• Verifies labels for proper identification of product against projections orders to ensure correct weight, color, size, address, and conformity to packaging and other specifications.
• Follows quality requirement based on procedures and policies.
• Secures products in trailers, rail cars, and containers by proper blocking, according to prescribed procedures, so as to prevent damage in transit.
• Monitors condition of trailers from suppliers and transports for finished goods delivery to ensure compliance to Glatfelter quality standards
• Maintains safe and orderly warehousing practices
• Ensures that gross and axle weights are within legal limits on all shipments.
• Tallies outbound loads and provides information to Distribution Services for use in planning.
• Affixes labels or tickets to products as required.
• Maintains and verifies proper documentation and transactions related to every shipment and or inventory movement with use of RF scanners.
• Creates prints and organizes bills of lading, packing lists and other shipment documentation necessary to ship outbound freight as required.
• Identifies damage to products and communicates all damage to Warehouse Supervisors.

Periodically performs the following activities as scheduled or directed by the Warehouse Supervisor:

• Plans and prioritizes work activity
• Performs all duties in keeping with good housekeeping and mill safety polices and standards.
• Makes minor repairs, lubricates and cleans lift trucks, and reports major repair or safety needs to Materials Team Leader for correction.
• Replaces and fills empty propane tanks on lift trucks as necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and effectively communicate information both verbal and written
• Ability to define problems and troubleshooting skills
• Attention to detail while demonstrating multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Independent Self-Starter/Team Player
• Mathematical Skills: Basic Math
• Basic computer skills: typing, managing files, and navigating computer software.
• Able to safely operate overhead crane, forklift, and use hand tools