Material Handler

Material Handler (Days) $1500 Sign on bonus

Hoffmaster, 139 Evergreen Rd, Oconto, Wisconsin, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Hoffmaster is where tradition meets innovation. For decades,we’vebeen a trusted name in food service products but what truly sets us apart is our people.

We’rea team of problem-solvers, creators, and collaborators who are passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions.

Here, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work helps shape experiences people enjoy every day.

With a strong legacy and a forward-thinking mindset,we’redriven by creativity, collaboration, anda commitment to sustainability. Ifyou’relooking toelevate your career with a company that’sconstantly evolving,you’llfitright inhere.

What’s so special about us?

From paper plates and napkins to paper straws, party supplies , and food wrap , Hoffmaster is a leader in the tableware industry.

What truly sets us apart is our people:

Here your ideas don’t just get heard, they help shape what’s next. Your growth is supported, your contributions are valued, and your work plays a role in creating moments people enjoy every day.

Create. Collaborate.

Elevate ….your dining table and your career!

Join Hoffmaster-Oconto and be part of a growing team! As a Forklift Operator
, you'll play a vital role in receiving by assisting with moving materials and ensuring smooth operations. This position offers scheduled pay increases, a $1,500 sign-on bonus + $2/hour weekend shift premium
. If you’re looking for a stable job with great benefits and growth potential
, apply today!

Location: Oconto, WI
Company: Hoffmaster Group, Inc.
Job Type: Full-time

Shift: Night Shift (6 AM – 6 PM)
Starting Pay: $21.12/hour
Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 for new employees! $500 paid at 90 days/180 days + 1 year

Schedule:
2-2-3 Rotating Shift – 12-hour shifts (6 AM – 6 PM)
Work only 14 days per month and get every other weekend off!

2-2-3 Schedule Example:

Week 1:

• Work:
  Monday & Tuesday
• Work:
  Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2:

• Off:
  Monday & Tuesday
• Off:
  Friday, Saturday, Sunday

This rotating pattern provides built-in days off, a consistent schedule, and every other weekend free.

Paid Time Off:

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 112 vacation hours annually (accrued at 4.31 hours per bi-weekly pay period prorated in the first year)
• 36 hours of flex time per year (prorated in the first year)

401(k) Retirement Plan:

• Automatic enrollment, full details provided during orientation

Insurance Benefits (Effective 1st of the month after 30 days):

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Term Life Insurance (2x base salary)
• Company-paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance available for purchase

Primary Purpose of the Role:

Supply all the work centers with raw materials accurately and efficiently. Remove all finished product from each work center and put it back in its proper location.

The job duties of the material handler involve the process of supplying stock to the machines including poly rolls, plastic wrap, paper rolls, stock board, cases, pallets and removing unused stub rolls, garbage and other products for return to the warehouse.

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Essential Functions:

• Unloads inbound freight
• Load outbound freight
• Receives product in using PKMS or LX inventory
• Assesses needs for raw material goods and delivers them to plant
• Shuttling product from the Distribution Center to and from the Plant
• Able to identify different products as schedule requires.
• Operates industrial powered vehicles to move product and cartons in designated locations.
• General building and grounds upkeep
• Assists other team members as necessary
• Responsible for personal safety.
• Responsible for accurate and complete exchange of information within coming team members.
• Efficiency and time management is a must
• Responsible to report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Certified to operate the mechanical trucks prior to use.
• Utilize the training materials including JSA and appropriate checklists prior to operation of the equipment.
  • Sit down forklift (box clamps, roll grabs)
  • Reach-lift
  • Walkie-ride…