Material Handler

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Summary :

Operates the core-cutter and the wrapping machine, and moves finished goods to assigned areas by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Visually inspects the load prior to wrapping, reporting any discrepancies to the foreman. Checks to assure the pallets contain the proper material. Packs the material to meet customer specifications. Sends material to wrapping machine ensuring good quality as well as good substantial wrap.

May do custom packaging including box assembly, sheet packaging, etc. May package various items for mailing such as finished goods, equipment, tools, booklets, etc.

Operates other machines in the department such as manual banding, air banding, band saw, staple gun, staple machine, nail gun, hand lifts, riding lift, etc. in a safe and efficient manner.

Moves wrapped pallets to proper storage area in shipping making sure they have been properly labeled and properly records weights. Accuracy in weighing and properly recording the load is of utmost importance. May help to load trucks.

Operates core machine in a manner, which will ensure on time delivery to the Slitting / Calender Department with cores meeting predetermined specifications.

Maintains proper safety and housekeeping practices at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

N / A

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills :

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group

situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills :

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills :

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic PC and keyboarding functions. Able to access and work with e-mail functions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

Fork Truck License

Other Skills and Abilities :

N / A

Other Qualifications :

N / A

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.

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At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.