Material Handler

Posted Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you.

Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable, full‑time role with growth potential? Pregis, an industry leader in protective packaging solutions, is searching for a skilled Material Handler to support our Arlington manufacturing facility. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy staying active throughout your shift, and take pride in keeping operations running efficiently—this could be the role for you.

This position plays a critical part in ensuring materials flow smoothly to and from the production floor, supporting our teams, and keeping inventory accurate and organized.

As a Material Handler, you’ll be responsible for:

• Safely operating a sit‑down forklift to move raw materials, finished goods, pallets, and supplies throughout the facility
• Loading and unloading trucks, staging materials, and supporting internal transfers
• Maintaining accurate inventory and updating locations as needed
• Preparing finished product for shipment
• Keeping the warehouse organized using FIFO best practices
• Supporting a safety‑first culture by following procedures and maintaining a clean, hazard‑free workspace
• Communicating professionally with supervisors, production teams, and other departments
• Contributing ideas that improve workflow, safety, and efficiency

We’re seeking someone who brings:

• 1+ year of sit‑down forklift operation (required)
• 1+ year of inventory control or warehouse experience
• Experience using warehouse/inventory software (SAP a plus!)
• High School Diploma or GED

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions and safety guidelines
• Strong organization and time‑management abilities
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and coachable attitude
• Indoor manufacturing environment
• Exposure to moving equipment
• Heat and humidity may exceed 90°F / 80%
• PPE required
• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, and walking
• Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling (up to ~50 lbs)
• 12‑hour shifts on a 2‑2‑3 schedule
• Overtime as needed based on business demand

If you’re dependable, safety‑minded, and excited to bring your forklift skills to a growing team—we want to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career with Pregis.

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis.

We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.