Warehouse Operator

WestRock Company; Brook Park (OH); On-site; USD 22,162 - 31,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

401k with company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

WestRock Company in Brook Park, OH is seeking a Warehouse Operator responsible for assembling materials for customer orders and maintaining safety and quality standards in the warehouse. The role involves operating forklifts, receiving and sorting materials, and ensuring a clean work environment.

The position requires a high school diploma, forklift certification, and fluency in English. The pay rate is $19.50 per hour, with additional benefits including medical, dental, and 401k.

Qualifications

• One or more years’ experience as warehouse clerk preferred.

Responsibilities

• Moving controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts.
• Receive, sort and place incoming products in appropriate warehouse location.
• Document and record any customer return as required.
• Organize the warehouse for cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Fluency in English

Forklift Certified

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity Summary

As Warehouse Operator you are responsible for all phases of assembling materials for customer orders, receiving new and returned products, and maintaining safety and quality standards within the warehouse.

Hours

Mon - Fri, 7am - 3:30pm (overtime and weekends as needed)

Pay Rate

$19.50/hr

Location

Brookpark, OH 44135

Responsibilities

• Moving controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts; transfer materials, unloading, processing, loading and storage areas.
• Move outgoing product using hand truck, forklift, or other material handling equipment, in accordance with all safety policies, to loading dock.
• Receive, sort and place incoming products in appropriate warehouse location.
• Document and record any customer return as required.
• Record amounts of material shipped or received in Victory computer system.
• Mark materials and product with Victory inventory codes.
• Notify Supervisor, General Manager or Office Manager of any product, safety, or customer concerns.
• Assist with general counting of inventory.
• Open all containers, crates or bales as required to sort and maintain stock.
• Organize the warehouse for cleanliness and safety at all times.
• Sweep, mop, and perform other routine maintenance.
• Maintain all safety standards, including wearing protective clothing and eyewear as required.
• Maintain all quality indicators for operations by verifying product quantity/quality before delivery.
• Keep the warehouse accessible and safe for branch staff and visitors.
• Coordinate last minute or unscheduled deliveries will be necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift Certified
• One or more years’ experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• Fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance.
• Lift 50 pounds and without assistance or equipment
• Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time as a primary job responsibility.
• Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
• Wear protective equipment as required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.