Material Handler - ShippingPay Rate: $24.13/hourCategory/Shift: Hourly Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 6:00AM-2:30PM. Primary schedule will be 1st shift, but must be flexible/able to work overtime & weekends, if needed.Physical Location: International Paper – Buffalo Sheet Plant100 Bud Mil Dr.Buffalo, NY 14206The Job You Will Perform:Responsible for performing various shipping, receiving, and warehouse tasks by performing the following duties:At shift start, check area for safety, cleanliness, and mechanical problemsResponsible for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift (must be qualified)Must maintain forklift daily (complete and document forklift daily inspection to ensure that it's in good working order prior to use) and report repairs needed to supervisorOperate forklift on a daily basis along with other equipment such as pallet jacks, shrink wrap machine, hogger, baler, and banderWork closely with team members to get daily jobs completed efficientlyLoad and unload trailers safely and in a timely manner, as neededComplete inspections of trailers during preload and unloadKeep machine centers stocked with product – locate, stage, and load machine centers in a timely mannerReview customer pick lists, pull correct items, and load finished products properlyVerify and load outbound customer orders at plant and warehouseComplete warehouse duties which include loading, unloading, and maintaining rotation of inventoryConduct physical inventory counts at warehouseHelp as a backup to Raw Material Handler by unloading incoming material and verifying against BOLEnd of shift cleanupMaintain clean and safe work environment throughout shiftComply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeepingThe Skills You Will Bring:High school diploma or state registered GED preferredMust possess or successfully obtain a PIT certificationStable work historyMust have basic computer skills, along with knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and ExcelMust have reliable transportation1 year of forklift experience (preferred)At least 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified (preferred)Experience with loading/unloading, and warehouse duties (preferred)Ability to communicate and work well with othersAbility to read, write, and interpret documentsAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divideAbility to maintain quality and safetyAbility to understand and follow safety proceduresAbility to work overtime and some Saturdays when scheduledAbility to work effectively in the following work environment:Standing and walking are required for most of the shiftNoise level in the work environment is loudTemperature in plant can fluctuate due to outside temperaturesPhysical activity requires handling an average weight of 10-15 pounds regularly and up to 50 poundsWhile performing duties of this job, employees are around moving mechanical partsThe Benefits You Will Enjoy:International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.The Career You Will Build:Promotional opportunities – This position is an incredible opportunity to learn from seasoned techs, contribute to a business and machine reliability, and grow into more senior roles with increasing responsibility quickly.Our team values collaborative, out of the box thinking to ensure a positive and profitable business.If your goals are to contribute, learn and grow, IP Buffalo is the place for you.The Impact You Will Make:We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.The Culture You Will Experience:International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces.
We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.The Company You Will Join:International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers.
Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact or .