Material Handler – Swing Shift in Mills River, North Carolina at Friday Services

Material Handler Receiving

Location: Mills River, NC 28759
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 hour (DOE)
Schedule: Rotating weekly between day and evening shifts
Job Type: Full Time

• Day Shift: 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

• Evening Shift: 4:00 PM 2:00 AM

Position Overview

Were hiring a dependable and detail-oriented Material Handler to support receiving material flow, and production operations at UPM in Mills River. This role involves unloading trucks, inspecting incoming materials, processing receiving documentation, and maintaining accurate records in company systems. The ideal candidate is organized, safety-conscious, comfortable working with computers, and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload trucks and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy, quality, and condition.

• Receive and document raw materials, including laminate and raw stock.

• Enter receiving information into company systems and complete required paperwork.

• Monitor and respond to email requests related to receiving and material flow.

• Support the Material Flow Lead with daily tasks and priorities.

• Communicate material shortages, discrepancies, or quality concerns and assist with material claims as needed.

• Load pallet waste and assist with unloading the packing line.

• Train to provide coverage in other material flow areas as needed.

• Maintain adequate operating supplies and report shortages.

• Keep work areas clean and organized while supporting 5S and continuous improvement activities.

• Use downtime productively to address housekeeping needs and follow up on 5S audit findings.

• Follow company safety procedures, standard work instructions, ISO requirements, and operating procedures.

• Support communication and material movement between production areas and sites.

• Adapt to changing production needs and assist with additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehousing, receiving, logistics, or a similar environment preferred.

• Forklift experience is a plus.

• Comfortable using computers and digital systems.

• Ability to perform accurate data entry and navigate multiple computer programs.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and email.

• Strong reading, writing, and basic math skills.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and responsibilities.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.