Material Handler

Overview

Position:
Material Handler

Location:

Irving, TX
Wage: $22.45/hr
Shift: 2nd (2pm-10:30pm)

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries.

We are proud of our portfolio of brands, achievements in sustainability and industrialization, and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Reporting to the Department Supervisor, you will be responsible for forklift driving and material handling of raw and finished goods.

• Responsible for the safe and efficient performance of assigned duties and the operation of a stand-up forklift.
• Support the needs of production through the handling and distribution of finished goods and raw materials to the appropriate workstations throughout the plant.
• Check and verify tags/marking/labels for accuracy.
• Load/unload trucks; process and maintain appropriate paperwork.
• Maintain parts inventory; assist with monthly inventory; arrange and sort warehouse stock.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.

• Previous experience in driving a forklift.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills and the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

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.