Package Handler Jobs in Yakima, WA (NOW HIRING)

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Material Handler | Yakima WA| HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Do you have experience working as Dock Worker, Forklift Driver, Clamp Truck Operator? We want you on our TEAM!!!

Incentives:

A reasonable estimate of the current hourly range is $19.51 to $24.13 + performance based bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Hours Week 1:  Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday off) 

Hours Week 2:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday (Sunday, Thursday, Friday off)

Hours per shift: 10 / 4 Days a week, Overtime as required

• Responsible for working and operating in a safe manner consistent with company safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for receiving incoming shipments. Ensure that incoming shipments do not have damage.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, to ensure that incoming weights, quantities and specifications are correct.
• Receive document, put away and deliver incoming packages and shipments.
• Make sure raw materials are tagged, strapped and checked for damage. Verify correct part/lot number.
• Document and report raw material usage (count in / out and forced usage).
• Assist in verification during inventory of raw materials and finished goods.
• Organize and keep orderly warehouse areas for raw materials.
• Willingly analytic, troubleshoot and improve daily operations.
• Identify and perform all duties necessary to achieve the continued improvement in the receiving department and all related processes.
• Sweep and clean resin warehouse areas and receiving docks.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Must be or be willing to be trained and certified as a Forklift Operator.
• Must be able to read, speak and write English to complete paperwork and interact with drivers.
• Must have a good depth of perception, hand-eye coordination and driving ability.
• Works around and with machinery and moving vehicles.
• Must wear PPE as required by company policy.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must possess strong computer skills with the ability to navigate ERP systems, production software, Microsoft applications, email and online training platforms.
• Work 10-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods.
• Climb approved ladders and movable steps.
• Heed safety warnings, devices, and alarms.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs, with occasional lifts up to 100 lbs.
• Possess adequate problem-solving ability and determine cause-and-effect relationships in office or manufacturing environments.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $19.51 to $24.13 performance based bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation, and sick days, free onsite clinic, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen