Material Handler

Printpack, a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging products, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Material Handler position at their Prescott Valley facility located in Prescott Valley, AZ.The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of materials throughout the facility, including raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods, while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting production operations. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining smooth facility operations and ensuring materials are available when needed. This position is 2nd Shift 3pm to 11pm however must be flexible as plant runs 24hours.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Operate various types of material handling equipment, primarily forklifts (stand-up and sit-down), safely and efficiently 

• Perform daily safety inspections of lift equipment and complete required documentation 

• Load and unload trucks according to shipping and receiving schedules 

• Store and retrieve pallets within the plant, documenting inventory locations using handheld electronic devices 

• Stage materials at equipment locations according to production schedules 

• Move and manage Work-in-Process (WIP) pallets between machine locations and rack storage 

• Maintain organized storage areas and implement proper rack numbering systems 

• Perform inventory cycle counts and maintain accurate records 

• Complete all required safety documentation, checklists, and logs 

• Maintain cleanliness standards through 5S practices, including removal of empty pallets and waste management 

• Work in a safe manner

• Participate actively in Printpack’s Continuous Improvement Program 

• Other duties as assigned ​

Education & Experience:     

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred 

• Experience in manufacturing or warehousing environment a plus 

 

Required Skills: 

• Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain forklift certification) 

• Basic computer literacy 

• Ability to read and understand production schedules 

• Mathematical skills for inventory counting 

• Knowledge of warehouse management systems 

• Understanding of safety protocols 

• Ability to read and follow written instructions 

• Basic problem-solving skills 

• Team-oriented mindset 

• Time management abilities  

 

Additional Requirements:  

• Must be 18 years of age 

• Must pass pre-employment assessment  

• Drug screening required  

• Background check required  

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:    

• Warehouse safety procedures 

• Material handling equipment operation 

• Quality control standards 

• Basic manufacturing processes 

• OSHA regulations 

• Forklift operation (stand-up and sit-down) 

• Inventory tracking 

• Documentation completion 

• Basic computer operation 

• Hand-held scanner operation <