Pregis
Material Handler
Pregis, Granite Falls, North Carolina, United States, 28630
We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business
Pregis is Hiring!
Why Join Pregis?
Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
A. Function Summary:
Primary responsibility: Safe and efficient receiving, handling, and storage of all products within the Granite Falls warehouse.
B. Technical Skills:
Knowledge and practice of all applicable safety rules and procedures including but not limited to:
Safe lifting practices
Safe product storage methods
Safe operation of forklift and electric tugger
Ability to operate forklift and tugger safely and efficiently. Must pass certification for forklift operation. Willing to train the right person.
Ability to safely and efficiently store all finished goods from Granite manufacturing lines.
Knowledge of all stock locations/ products and area designations.
Knowledge of correct labeling requirements.
Ability to identify and differentiate various inventoried products and characteristics.
Ability to read and understand all applicable forms and paperwork involved in Warehousing Department, including but not limited to Material Transfer forms and Production Worksheets.
Take initiative to maintain good 5S housekeeping and a clean and orderly work environment.
Take initiative to make constructive suggestions involving safety and productivity improvements.
C. Soft skills:
Problem Solving
a. Consolidate stock items to make room for additional product storage.
b. Determine appropriate stocking location for product.
Teamwork
Work closely with other material handlers and production personnel to ensure timely transfer of product to warehouse.
Work closely with Production Department to ensure timely and accurate reporting of product receipt locations.
Communication
Maintain good communication with Supervisors and others. Report all problems or potential problems and delays to Department Lead or Supervisor.
Communicate all pertinent warehouse information to oncoming shift.
Training
Assists with training of less experienced material handlers.
D. Leadership Skills:
The ability to follow directions given by a lead or manager.
The ability to be a positive example to peers (Safety, Quality, Productivity, and/or Housekeeping) with minimal supervision. The ability to promote teamwork in your department.
E. Additional Qualifications:
Education: Equivalent of High School education in English, Math, verbal and written communication skills.
Job Experience:
Required: Entry Level position. 6 months experience in manufacturing.
Preferred: 6 months to 1 year warehousing experience including forklift certification and computer experience.
Shift Availability:
First Shift: 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Overtime Requirements: Overtime and Weekends as needed.
Working Conditions: Warehouse environment, requires lifting up to 50 lbs. physically demanding work. Extensive walking and standing on cement floors. Lifting, handling and moving of material via forklift operation.
Machines or equipment used on this job: Forklift, pallet jack, carts, label printer and computer.
Comments: Must be dependable, responsible and willing to adhere to all Pregis policies and procedures.
F. Immediate Manager: Scott BryantPosition: Material HandlerResponsible to Supervise: None
Works closely with: Production, Distribution and Planning Departments, Department Lead and Supervisor.
G. Additional Comments:
Employee must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
This Company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion
We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.
Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.
Pregis is Hiring!
Why Join Pregis?
Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
A. Function Summary:
Primary responsibility: Safe and efficient receiving, handling, and storage of all products within the Granite Falls warehouse.
B. Technical Skills:
Knowledge and practice of all applicable safety rules and procedures including but not limited to:
Safe lifting practices
Safe product storage methods
Safe operation of forklift and electric tugger
Ability to operate forklift and tugger safely and efficiently. Must pass certification for forklift operation. Willing to train the right person.
Ability to safely and efficiently store all finished goods from Granite manufacturing lines.
Knowledge of all stock locations/ products and area designations.
Knowledge of correct labeling requirements.
Ability to identify and differentiate various inventoried products and characteristics.
Ability to read and understand all applicable forms and paperwork involved in Warehousing Department, including but not limited to Material Transfer forms and Production Worksheets.
Take initiative to maintain good 5S housekeeping and a clean and orderly work environment.
Take initiative to make constructive suggestions involving safety and productivity improvements.
C. Soft skills:
Problem Solving
a. Consolidate stock items to make room for additional product storage.
b. Determine appropriate stocking location for product.
Teamwork
Work closely with other material handlers and production personnel to ensure timely transfer of product to warehouse.
Work closely with Production Department to ensure timely and accurate reporting of product receipt locations.
Communication
Maintain good communication with Supervisors and others. Report all problems or potential problems and delays to Department Lead or Supervisor.
Communicate all pertinent warehouse information to oncoming shift.
Training
Assists with training of less experienced material handlers.
D. Leadership Skills:
The ability to follow directions given by a lead or manager.
The ability to be a positive example to peers (Safety, Quality, Productivity, and/or Housekeeping) with minimal supervision. The ability to promote teamwork in your department.
E. Additional Qualifications:
Education: Equivalent of High School education in English, Math, verbal and written communication skills.
Job Experience:
Required: Entry Level position. 6 months experience in manufacturing.
Preferred: 6 months to 1 year warehousing experience including forklift certification and computer experience.
Shift Availability:
First Shift: 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Overtime Requirements: Overtime and Weekends as needed.
Working Conditions: Warehouse environment, requires lifting up to 50 lbs. physically demanding work. Extensive walking and standing on cement floors. Lifting, handling and moving of material via forklift operation.
Machines or equipment used on this job: Forklift, pallet jack, carts, label printer and computer.
Comments: Must be dependable, responsible and willing to adhere to all Pregis policies and procedures.
F. Immediate Manager: Scott BryantPosition: Material HandlerResponsible to Supervise: None
Works closely with: Production, Distribution and Planning Departments, Department Lead and Supervisor.
G. Additional Comments:
Employee must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
This Company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion
We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.
Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.