Baler Material Handler| Hiring Immediately | KINSTON, NC

Pay:

• $21.00-24.82/hour depending on experience

Shifts Available:

• 1st shift:
  3rd shift

Benefits Include: 

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
  • Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
• Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Healthcare, dependent care
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee well-being reward program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

The Baler Material Handler is responsible for handling, organizing, and transporting materials within the facility using forklifts and other material handling equipment. This role ensures the efficient movement of materials, maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas, and assists in the management of recyclable materials.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move WIP, raw materials, finished goods, and recyclable materials.
• Supply empty pallets, stage corrugate and manage roll storage for production areas.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and complete the weekly checklist.
• Load and unload trailers, verifying receipts, load sheets, and other necessary paperwork.
• Inspect outgoing loads to ensure proper wrapping, labeling, and pallet condition.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records using SAP and RF scanners.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including sweeping, dusting, and trash removal.
• Assist in baling scrap materials, tagging loads, and preparing them for shipment.
• Perform duties assigned to support shipping, receiving, and production areas.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training for authorized personnel.

 Qualifications:

• Forklift certification required, including successful completion of medical assessment and training.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and lift to 50 lbs.
• Functional English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Basic math skills for counting, addition, and subtraction.
• Experience with SAP, RF scanners, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. 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. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.