• Job Description

  Req#: 3520

  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.

  Job Title: Shipping/Receiving Material Handler

  Classification: Hourly

  Shift : Days (6:30AM-4:30PM)

  Rotating Schedule : Week 1: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat; Week 2: Mon &Tue, Thur & Fri

  Summary of Job

  The Shipping Department Material Handler is responsible for operating a forklift as a means of moving product in a safe and efficient manner. Material handlers must deal with the stress of managing multiple tasks at once, and prioritizing tasks based on the situation at hand. They may be asked to perform multiple roles depending on what is necessary on any given day. Their greatest skill is having the ability to understand the safety/product/quality and relate this to the team.

  Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis’ core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation.
  • Ensure safe handling and movement of all products and racks. All material handling should be performed with the focus on SAFE as well as secure handling of the product in order to avoid damage.
  • Monitor and communicate accurate inventory control within the warehouse.
  • Load/Unload incoming and outgoing trucks.
  • Perform periodic audits of stored materials for quality compliance. This also pertains to material that is being loaded and shipped to customers.
  • Process all shipping and receiving documentation and records.
  • Maintain a current and valid forklift license. It is required that you pass the test within your first day of work.
  • Working primarily at our main building but may be required to assist with operations in our other buildings.
  • Adheres to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
  • Housekeeping throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment.
  • Physical and visual inspection of product is required to prevent non-conforming goods.
  • Promptly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members.
  • Attends meetings and completes safety trainings as required.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship to the business.

  Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

  • Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.
  • Ability to communicate with team effectively and respectfully and during shift transition.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Self-starter with a sense of urgency and initiative.
  • Willingness to learn and be adaptable to change in a growth-oriented manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to use a tape measure and compute simple math problems.
  • Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.

  Environment

  • Occasional exposure to moving equipment.
  • Inside work
  • Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Humidity may exceed 80%
  • Noise may exceed 85dB+

  Physical Characteristics

  • Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%
  • Frequent sitting, rotating up to 100%
  • Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs. unassisted)
  • Occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents, voice- assisted as needed.

  Position Type

  • Full time
  • Overtime expected per business demand.

  Education and Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.

  • Minimum 2 years of warehouse/manufacturing experience preferred.
  • 3-5 years forklift experience

  #PP1

  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.

• About the company

  We offer a smarter way to keep your products safe with our comprehensive line of packaging and protective solutions. Whether you need in-the-box protection, mailing and bagging solutions or surface and edge protection; we have the right fit for your ap...

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