Material Handler

Position: Material Handler

Location: Hickory, NC

Shift: 12-hour Day Shift- (2-2-3 schedule)

Pay Rate: $19.93/hour

Summary Description

Reporting to the Shipping Supervisor, the Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of materials throughout the facility. This role supports production flow, inventory accuracy, and overall warehouse operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety and organization.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Use computer systems to pull pick lists and stage materials for production jobs
• Scan and track materials to ensure accurate inventory and location control
• Monitor WIP racks and ensure availability for incoming materials
• Apply and scan labels for all WIP rolls before storage
• Return unused raw materials and rolls to the warehouse, ensuring proper labeling and scanning
• Ensure all rolls are properly secured before movement
• Load scrap pallets and dispose of materials in designated areas
• Operate forklifts and other equipment to move materials throughout the plant
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections in compliance with OSHA standards
• Follow all plant safety and food safety policies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support cycle counts and year-end inventory activities
  
  

Job Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and forklift operation
• Regular use of scan guns and computer systems
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs as needed
  
  

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You have experience handling raw materials in a manufacturing environment
• You have prior forklift experience
• You can safely handle materials and equipment
• You can work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision
• You bring a strong attention to detail and accountability
• You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• You can take initiative and support team operations
  
  

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.