Material Handler

About the role

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

We are seeking a Material Handler to join our team in Yakima, WA. The ideal candidate will have experience working as a Dock Worker, Forklift Driver, or Clamp Truck Operator.

Responsibilities

• Work and operate in a safe manner consistent with company safety policies and procedures
• Receive incoming shipments and ensure they are not damaged
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders to ensure correct weights, quantities, and specifications
• Receive, document, put away, and deliver incoming packages and shipments
• Tag, strap, and check raw materials for damage and verify correct part/lot number
• Document and report raw material usage and assist in verification during inventory of raw materials and finished goods
• Organize and keep orderly warehouse areas for raw materials
• Troubleshoot and improve daily operations and identify and perform duties necessary to achieve continued improvement in the receiving department
• Sweep and clean resin warehouse areas and receiving docks
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be or be willing to be trained and certified as a Forklift Operator
• Must be able to read, speak, and write English to complete paperwork and interact with drivers
• Must have good depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and driving ability
• Must wear PPE as required by company policy and work independently
• Must possess strong computer skills with the ability to navigate ERP systems, production software, Microsoft applications, email, and online training platforms
• Must be able to work 10-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods, and climb approved ladders and movable steps
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs, with occasional lifts up to 100 lbs

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Free onsite clinic
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays and wellness program

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current hourly range is $19.51 to $24.13, plus a performance-based bonus.

Schedule

Hours will alternate between two schedules: Week 1 - Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday off) and Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday (Sunday, Thursday, Friday off). Overtime may be required.