Location: Gastonia, NC
Position: Material Handler I
Pay: $19.59
Shift: Second Shift 3PM-11 pm

**Must be willing to work overtime when needed**

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're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

The Material Handler I reports to Operations Management and must be able to organize orders for production and maintain accurate records of all materials used in manufacturing operations. This position requires constant communication with other departments such as Purchasing, Quality Control, and Production to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and finished goods. The Material Handler I will also be responsible for loading/unloading trucks, operating fork lifts, and moving material between plants and warehouses.

What your will be doing:

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, raw materials to the appropriate workstations throughout the plant.Checks and verifies tags/marking/labels for accuracy.Loads/unloads trucks; processes and maintains appropriate paperwork.Maintains parts inventory; assists with monthly inventory; arranges and sorts warehouse stock.Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.

We'd love to hear from you if:

Previous experience in driving a forkliftTo succeed in this role, you will need excellent writing and verbal communication skills and the ability to read and understand manufacturing instructionsWorking independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is neededAbility to lift up to 50 pounds consistentlyAvailability to work overtime as needed

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition 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.