Baler Material Handler | Hiring Immediately | Kinston, NC

Compensation Includes:

• Starting Pay Rate of $21.00 - 24.82/hour depending on experience - paid weekly

Available Shift:

• 1st: 8:00am - 4:00pm
• 3rd: 12:00pm - 8:00am

Benefits Include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription drug coverage
• 401K with a company match
• New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)
• Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts
• Corporate discounts

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.

• 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

• 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.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should contact hrcompliance@novolex.com.

Novolex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.