Material Handler

Role Overview

Join Amcor as a Forklift Operator, responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure the safe and efficient transport of materials and supplies. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the smooth operation of both warehouse and production environments by accurately receiving, shipping, moving, and storing goods.

Shift: 2nd Tuesday - Saturday (4pm - midnight)

• Pay: $20.50/hour + $1.00/night shift premium
• 401(k):
  Profit sharing
• Benefits:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, disability, and life insurance coverage starting day one
• Work Setting: clean, food safe, climate controlled indoor manufacturing facility
• Annual allowance: $145 for safety shoes, free prescription safety glasses

• Operate forklifts safely, load and unload trailers or delivery vehicles, transportation using forklifts, pallet jacks or hand trucks, and adhere to safety procedures.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including GMPs, WISAs, safety rules, PPE requirements, dress codes, OSHA standards, and company policies.
• Promote a culture of safety and teamwork, abiding by Amcor Core Values and encouraging a safe, respectful work environment.
• Inspect equipment: perform daily inspections of forklifts for safe operation.
• Shipping and receiving: pick, wrap, stage, and print labels for truckload or LTL shipments; receipt of incoming truck loads, LTLs, and small packages; ensure proper documentation.
• Load securement: use shrink wrap, straps, or other methods to stabilize loads.
• Support production areas: ensure production areas fully staged with materials and supplies, follow scheduling instructions, and remove excess supplies for proper storage.
• Maintain inventory accuracy: ensure materials are received, moved, and stored correctly, following control procedures and reporting discrepancies.
• Communicate effectively with logistics supervisors, specialists, area supervisors, co‑workers, and truck drivers.
• Report damages and safety hazards immediately.
• Maintain clean work areas, perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Maintain training and certification: attend forklift safety training and keep valid certification.
• Assist with cycle counts and audits to support accurate inventory.
• Assist in general duties as needed.

• Valid forklift license (written and driving test).
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to perform job duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use a calculator.
• Computer skills and willingness to learn SAP and use THOR/RF device.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and all shifts.
• Previous experience in fast‑paced warehouse or manufacturing setting (1‑3 years preferred).
• High school degree or equivalent.

• Good vision and hearing.
• Exposure to loud noises, dust and varying temperatures.
• Wear safety gear: steel‑toe shoes, gloves, bump caps, safety glasses, ear plugs, and high visibility vests.
• Climb steps frequently.
• Sit, stand, walk for continuous periods.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. at waist or floor level, frequently.
• Push or pull up to 90 lbs. of force occasionally.
• Stoop, kneel or squat occasionally.
• Reach forward and side to side frequently.
• Perform elevated work on scissor lift.
• Perform repetitive tasks for 8‑12 hours.

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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