Material Handler - 1st Shift

WestRock (Parent)
East Flat Rock, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/4/2022 CLOSED ON 4/10/2023

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Material Handler - 1st Shift


200 Tabor Rd
East Flat Rock, North Carolina, 28726
United States

Career Opportunity:  Deliver raw materials and finished goods to the appropriate departments upon request in a timely manner.  Accurately track material movements in and out of the department (s) in hard copy and electronic data base and responsible for the accuracy of inventory.

How you will impact WestRock:

  • Receives and pulls raw materials and finished goods for all production departments.
  • Delivers shipments to various departments. Keeps accurate records of all moves and adjustments for inventory management system.
  • Loads and unloads trucks with forklift and/or pallet jack.
  • Interfaces with truckers for outbound shipments, ensures all necessary documentation and samples are properly secured with outgoing shipments.
  • Verifies that the schedule matches the presses and pulls stock for the label department
  • Separates and properly discards corrugated, printed material, miscellaneous garbage.
  • Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position and department. 
  • Follows established policies, work instructions and safety and environmental guidelines.
  • Records production information such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.
  • Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.
  • Follows instructions accurately.
  • Keeps work area neat and clean.
  • Performs other job duties as needed.

What you need to succeed:

  • Prior material handling experience is preferred.
  • Must have or able to obtain a fork lift license.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of or ability learn safety rules and procedures and operating policies and procedures.
  • Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge (data entry).
  • Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including additions, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • Must be able to work well in a team environment
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
  • Must be able to learn quickly and adapt to change.
  • Must possess the following competencies: accuracy, reliability, decision making, time management and self-motivation.
  • Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods
  • Must be able to maintain good attendance.
  • Must be to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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