Material Handler - Warehouse - Military Veterans

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

GENERAL PURPOSE : Receive, count, move and stage materials for production jobs as noted on job tickets and schedules in a safe, timely and efficient manner. Track material usage in hard copy and electronic database. Participate in cycle counts of inventory and yearly physical inventory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Works closely with all departments to ensure products are received in and delivered accurately to production jobs in a timely manner.
• Follows all standard operations procedures, work instructions, and current GMPs.
• Operates forklift properly and safely.
• Opens and prepares loads for production.
• Communicates effectively with operators.
• Follows all safety rules.
• Assists with timely and accurate period cycle count.
• Assists with the complete annual physical inventory process.
• Assists with the resolution inventory discrepancies.
• Delivers materials to appropriate jobs per job tickets and the schedule; moves and stages materials as needed.
• Manages time effectively.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be able to pass in-house forklift training.
• Must be efficient in basic computer skills (e-mail, word processing, database, etc.).
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must have knowledge of or ability to learn safety rules and procedures, operating, maintenance, and technical policies and procedures.
• Must be able to relate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

The employee is required to: sit, stand, be mobile, talk, see, and hear.

In terms of a typical 8-hour workday,

On the job, employees must:

Not at all

Occasionally

(<2>
Frequently

(2-5 hours)

Continuously (5-8 hours)

Use hands/fingers to handle/feel

X

In terms of a typical 8 hour workday,

On the job, employees must lift and/or push/pull:

Not at all

Occasionally (<2>
Frequently

(2-5 hours)

Continuously (5-8 hours)

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

The noise level that is typical for the work environment of this position is:

Loud (example: machinery)

Work Hazards:

How much time is spent in or around the following work hazards?

On the job employees must work around:

Not at all

Occasionally (<2>

Frequently (2-5 hours)

Continuously (5-8 hours)

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.