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Material Handler

📍 Conover, NC 🕒
Work Model
📍 Conover, NC
Employment
💼 Full-Time Direct
Recruitment Type
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📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities

Requirements

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) 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 more fiber-based packaging forward.

Summary

Responsible for loading/unloading FG’s trucks both external and internal with accurate shipments. Accurately count and put in correct locations all FG/Materials (ex. Rolls, corrugated, corner boards, etc.) Verify that all FG’s shipped match case and barcode labels, as this is Conover’s last defense in avoiding mixes to customers. Maintain housekeeping and 5S to standards set by management. Follow all WestRock Core Values and Behaviors. Additional job duties as assigned by department manager.

Safety

Required – PPE must be worn while on your job. At a minimum safety glasses, steel toe shoes and hearing protection. Gloves are required on the production floor and warehouses at all times. Please see Appendix A and Appendix B (Conover Specific) attached to the WestRock Glove Policy (CompliantPro). Bump cap per company policy

Required – All safety policies and guidelines must be followed.

Required – Comply with safety participation program

Required – “Let’s talk safety” We use this phrase as a safety intervention and our employees want you to look out after your fellow employees so that they do not get hurt on the job.

Required – S.T.E.P. (Stop, Think, Evaluate and Plan)

Required – Safety Absolutes

Training

Training requirements for this position are maintained in the Training Module of Compliant Pro.

Compliance with all workplace rules, policies and procedures, i.e. SQF, safety, etc.

Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, hair nets, beard nets, composite/steel toe shoes, ear plugs, bump caps and gloves per glove policy.

Testing and Measuring Ability (General Math) : Ability to use and read basic measurement devices, (calculator, tape measure, and ruler). Lift-truck certification or ability to acquire. Written/Verbal Communications Skills : Follow instructions, communicate and interpret information for efficient operation of transportation department. Computer Skills : Basic computer skills (AS400, Email)

Essential/Marginal Functions And Physical Requirements

Essential: Driving. Sitting at computer terminal. Lifting (50 lbs). Loading/unloading. Walking in receiving area .

Marginal: Walking around production facility.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.

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