Job Details
Material Handler
Starting Wage $16.65/hr
Conyers, Ga
You will like working for us as we have amazing people and a highly collaborative culture. Global success hasnt changed our tight-knit feel weve simply grown into a larger, more diverse family. We have thousands of jobs around the globe and encourage all of our associates to chase their dreams without having to find them in another company it truly is a special place.
While reporting to the 1st Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for handling a variety of products in a quick and safe manner. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You must have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment. You must have the ability to work with various teams and have a good eye to spot defects during the packing process. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail.
Day to Day responsibilities include:
* Safety in the workplace is paramount. When operating a forklift or clamp truck, procedures must be followed to ensure the safe operation of the PIT.
* LOTO certified for equipment associated with the position
* Position requires a self-motivated individual who can multi-task in a fast paced production and warehouse setting
* Complete daily forklift inspection report (OSHA requirement) report all mechanical and electrical problems
* Provides safe, effective, and efficient raw material and finished goods movement
* Move materials between plant and warehouse and to other shipping/storage areas including trailers
* Check and verifies product tags, markings, and labels for accuracy while in the process of loading or unloading trailers
* Stacking product on pallets. Load machines with materials. Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
* Break out presses/production lines during break if needed
* Load and operate corrugate baler and transfer baled corrugate to recycle trailer
* Verifies inventory levels and assists with inventory counting (includes weekends); arranges and sorts warehouse stock
* Maintains cleanliness of the area and follows good housekeeping procedures
* May have to become proficient with the use of Oracle should the plant transition to a barcode system with forklift mounted computers and scanners
* Performs all duties in a manner that demonstrates the highest level of safety and quality
* Other duties as required
This position is in our Thermosafe plant in Conyers, Ga. We are producing temperature assurance packaging components designed to passively maintain the temperature of pharmaceutical products during transportation.
* Previous experience in material handling/warehousing is extremely helpful
* You have to have a get it done attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks.
* To succeed in this role you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed.
* You need to have working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.
* Being reliable, having good initiative, being committed, and being quality focused is a must.
* You will need to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
* Having the ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial to success.
* You will need to have the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.
* You will need to have the ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
We care about the health and wellness of you and your family. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that makes it easier to manage your health and provide financial security for you and your family.
Apply today and help us get stronger!
Sonoco is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
locationConyers, GA, USAlocationConyers, GA, USAlocationConyers, GA, USAFounded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE:SON) is a global provider of consumer, industrial, healthcare and protective packaging. With annualized net sales of approximately $5.2 billion, the Company has 20,000 employees working in more than 300 operations in 34 countries serving some of the worlds best-known brands in some 85 nations. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities that support our corporate purpose of *Better Packaging. Better Life*. The Company was listed as one of Fortunes Worlds Most Admired Companies 2021 as well as being included in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.