ABOUT NORPAC:
From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview, WA., the NORPAC mill produces high-quality, packaging, copy paper, and printing paper for customers across the United States and around the world. Now part of International Paper, the NORPAC mill benefits from expanded resources and a strengthened commitment to safety, customer focus, a great workplace, and profitable growth.
NORPAC is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world-class performance while leading a principle-based, process-disciplined organization.
NORPAC is seeking a motivated and experienced Materials and Supply Technician (Storeroom Tech). This team plays a vital role in supporting mill operations by managing and distributing critical materials, supplies, and equipment. The storeroom is responsible for managing and safeguarding a multi-million-dollar inventory of essential mill components.
This is a hands-on, team-driven role in a fast-paced and flexible work environment, where adaptability and collaboration are key. The successful candidate will be expected to cross-train in all key storeroom functions, with the opportunity to contribute to areas such as construction receiving for NORPAC’s capital projects. Over time, the technician will develop a broad understanding of storeroom operations and play an integral role in ensuring the timely and accurate flow of materials across the mill.
Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
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Maintain a safe, clean, and organized storeroom environment in compliance with mill safety and environmental standards
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Actively participate in mill safety initiatives, including meetings, audits, and serving as a rotating safety representative
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Receive and inspect incoming parts and materials, verifying specifications and documentation against purchase orders
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Process inventory transactions using SAP, ensuring all materials are entered accurately and timely
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Ensure accurate inventory management, including correct part stocking and location tracking
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Process outbound shipments: packaging, labeling, and coordinating delivery schedules
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Issue, kit, and deliver materials across the facility
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Assist in physical inventory counts and cycle counts
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When necessary, collaborate with procurement, maintenance, and production departments to address material issues or delays
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Cross-train and support all storeroom functions as needed
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Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications and Key Skills:
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High School diploma or equivalent
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Proven commitment to safety-first work culture
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Valid driver’s license (or the ability to obtain before start date)
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Obtain mobile equipment certification no later than 30 days of hire
- Basic understanding of industrial parts, rigging components and mechanical systems in a manufacturing environment
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook
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Willingness and ability to learn SAP and other relevant IT systems
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Service oriented and excellent people skills with a focus on both internal and external customers
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Excellent time management and an ability to prioritize multiple needs/follow through to completion
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A team player with an able to thrive in a team environment
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Strong attention to detail and results driven, with the ability to flow to work
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to safely lift/move 50 lbs. or more with equipment
Desirable:
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Forklift and dock truck experience
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SAP experience is highly desirable
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Previous storeroom or inventory management experience
Compensation:
Annual salary range for this position is $27 - $31 per hour.
This position is eligible for:
Benefits:
IP NORPAC offers a highly competitive benefit package to include medical/vision and dental benefits, a company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, floaters upon hire and paid holidays.
