Material Coordinator at Sonoco Products Company in Hanover, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Sonoco - Hanover Plant

Material Coordinator

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

Job summary

This position is responsible for safe and accurate transfer of materials and finished goods to their proper locations.

Summary of essential job functions

* Moves material, pallets, or finished products between trucks, outside storage or warehouse to and from production lines.

* Responsible for accurate loading and unloading of trucks, Ensure proper documentation/ double check what is put on each load being shipped out.

* Accurate completion of all shipping/receiving paperwork

* Keeps warehouse and storage areas neat and orderly.

* Perform regrind duties, to include sorting/regrinding of tubes/sticks, maintaining appropriate gaylords of regrind material and maintain cleanliness of regrind area.

* Monitor railcars to include maintaining proper documentation and communications of any changes

* Conscientiously observes all safety precautions concerning operation of machines, especially the HALO rule when operating a forklift.

* Complete daily forklift inspection before operating.

Minimum requirements

* 1 to 2 years fork truck driving experience.

* Ability to work well with others in a sometimes stressful environment.

Preferred experience

* 2 to 3 years operating forklifts.

* Proficiency with using a computer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required

* Ability to work overtime as needed.

* Physical ability to lift 50 lbs.

* Must be able to work 12 hr days.

* Basic computer skills

* Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers

* Ability to relate well to others and maintain effective working relationships

* Ability to complete forklift recertification training on a yearly basis.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor, as needed.

Additional information

Normal schedule will consist of 12 hour shifts (either day or night) . The position would be paid hourly and be eligible for overtime pay. The position would also be eligible for the hourly bonus program. Hourly rate for the position would be based on experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.