WestRock is hiring: Warehouse Operator-Forklift 2nd in South Brunswick

Overview

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Opportunity summary

The salary range for this position is $18.50 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.

What you will do

As Warehouse Operator you are responsible for all phases of assembling materials for customer orders, receiving new and returned product, and maintaining safety and quality standards within the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Move controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts; transfer materials, unloading, processing, loading and storage areas.
• Move outgoing product using hand truck, forklift, or other material handling equipment, in accordance with all safety policies, to loading dock.
• Receive, sort and place incoming product in appropriate warehouse location.
• Document and record any customer return as required.
• Record amounts of material shipped or received in Victory computer system.
• Mark materials and product with Victory inventory codes.
• Notify Supervisor, General Manager or Office Manager of any product, safety, or customer concerns.
• Assist with general counting of inventory.
• Open all containers, crates or bales as required to sort and maintain stock.
• Organize warehouse for cleanliness and safety at all times.
• Sweep, mop and perform other routine maintenance.
• Maintain all safety standards, including wearing protective clothing and eyewear as required.
• Maintain all quality indicators for operations by verifying product quantity/quality before delivery.
• Keep warehouse accessible and safe for branch staff and visitors.
• Coordinate last-minute or unscheduled deliveries as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more-year(s) experience as warehouse clerk preferred
• Fluency in English required, verbal and written
• Basic computer literacy preferred but not required

Physical requirements

• Perform duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance
• Lift 50 pounds without assistance or equipment
• Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time as a primary job responsibility
• Observe established safety guidelines in conducting physical work duties

Work environment and accommodations

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What we offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

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Equal employment opportunity

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.