Material Handler 2

Job Description

Position Title: Material Handler 2

Pay Rate : $25.20/hr

Category/Shift : Hourly, Full-Time

Physical Location : 2800 Dixon Street, Des Moines, IA 50316

The Job You Will Perform:

• Handle and maintain the flow of materials throughout the plant

• Complete daily pre-start forklift maintenance inspection report (or VCR)

• Complete and submit load sheet to accurately record bale count, loading start/stop times for finished goods on outbound shipments

• Follow proper trailer loading and unloading lock-out/tag out procedure

• Assist with sorting, deboxing and moving pallets/materials on the plant floor

• Assist with removing finished bales and storing them in the proper location

• Load and unload trailers

• Complete PMs for all certified mobile equipment regularly

• Attend and participate in plant safety meetings

• Manage controllable costs through proper equipment, tool and consumable usage

• Report any safety or maintenance concerns

• Adhere to plant policies and guidelines

• Other duties may be assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Ability to work any shift as needed

• Ability to work overtime as needed

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job

• Ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment

• Alertness, visual ability, and concern for quality

• Good oral and written communication skills

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem-solving skills

• Flexibility and adaptability to changing work demands

• Process improvement mindset

• On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected

• Ability to communicate with dispatch when trailers are completely loaded and/or unloaded including trailer number, door number

• Ability to communicate with floor lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues, unacceptable or non-conforming loads, poor bale quality, errors on supplier tickets versus actual receipts any other issues with material being handled

• Ability to operate/monitor the following equipment: Forklift, Skid Steer, Electronic Pallet Jack, Hand Truck

About Us

The 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 and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

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; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Job Identification 2004650

Job Category Production/Facility

Job Schedule Full time