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WiJo Pouches Material Handler
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lexington, KY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
22 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Introduction
is assisting with the recruitment and training for
WiJo Pouches
WiJo is a manufacturer of modern oral pouches (nicotine caffeine and vitamin) with production facilities in Helsingborg Sweden and Lexington South Carolina.
Potential employment opportunities exist for:
Material Handler
Position Overview
This role responsible is responsible for receiving moving staging and controlling inventory of raw materials intermediates and finished goods in a nicotine manufacturing plant. The role ensures materials are handled safely stored properly and accurately documented in compliance with GMP EHS and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely receive stage and transport raw materials intermediates and finished goods within the plant.
- Move materials to and from production lines warehouses and storage areas.
- Operate material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jacks forklifts) according to safety standards and certifications.
- Load and unload shipments from trucks trailers or containers.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper documentation in ERP or inventory management systems.
- Assist with cycle counts physical inventories and inventory reconciliation.
- Ensure proper storage rotation and labeling of materials according to GMP and company requirements.
- Report shortages overages or damaged materials to supervisors.
- Follow all EHS GMP and company safety policies.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Participate in safety training and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Collaborate with warehouse logistics production and quality teams.
- Assist in maintaining efficient workflow and material availability for production.
- Support onboarding or training of new material handling staff.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical or vocational training in manufacturing industrial technology or chemical processing preferred.
- 13 years of material handling warehouse or inventory control experience preferred.
- Experience working with automated or semi-automated process equipment a plus.
Skills
- Knowledge of material handling practices and inventory management.
- Ability to operate material handling equipment safely (forklifts pallet jacks carts).
- Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
- Ability to follow instructions and standard procedures.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or walk for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity to handle small parts and tools.
- May require wearing PPE (hairnets gloves respirators) and working in cleanroom or nicotine-controlled environments.
- Exposure to powdered nicotine and flavors; must be comfortable with handling regulated substances in accordance with safety protocols.
Work Schedule
- Full-time may include evening night weekend or rotating shifts based on operational needs.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
About Company
The SC Technical College System includes 16 technical colleges offering industry-specific training and education, while supporting the economic development of South Carolina.
