Food Production Material Handler

Gliss•Salem, OR

12h•$17•Onsite

About The Position

GLISS is now hiring reliable, hard-working individual to join a fast-paced food production facility in Salem, OR as a Material Handler for their warehouse operations. Willing to train an individual with limited food production experience but MUST have a minimum of 3 years of warehouse experience. Ability to learn quickly and perform detailed work in a loud and busy environment.

Requirements

Essential Skills/Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong time management skills.
Strong collaborative skills for a small team setting.
Strong basic math skills to verify inventory and/or shipping quantities.
Able to follow directions for assigned tasks.
Able to work without extensive supervision.
Able to repeatedly lift 50-60 lbs.
Able to tolerate adverse weather conditions occasionally.
Able to see and read meters, charts, small labels, etc.
Able to wear PPE (safety glasses, work boots, dust masks, etc.)
Able to physically access necessary areas of the office, plant, and warehouse
High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of experience in Warehousing or Distribution in a food manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Skills/Abilities:
Experience in food manufacturing or distribution.
Knowledge of FIFO and warehousing best practices.
Forklift experience.
Strong work ethic.
Strong ability to adapt to potential changes in day-to-day schedule.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong planning ability to establish daily objectives.
Ability to occasionally work under pressure to complete time sensitive tasks.
Ability to occasionally work with flexible scheduling (during twice yearly inventories).
Continuing education in Industrial Technology or related field desired.
Food Manufacturing or closely related experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Material Handling & Forklift Operation
Safely operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts, pallets jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks.
Move raw materials, ingredients, packaging material, and finished goods to designated areas.
Pick and stage items for shipping/production from pallets or racking by hand and/or forklift.
Inventory & Documentation
Maintain accurate records of the movements of inbound, outbound, and internal material (i.e. picking tickets, trailer reports, production requests, etc.).
Perform periodic inventory checks and assist with accuracy verification.
Label and organize inbound material.
Report shortages/overages to supervisor when needed.
Safety & Compliance
Follow all food safety, GMP, and sanitation guidelines
Maintain a clean and organized warehouse to ensure a hazard-free work area.
Inspect forklifts and report maintenance needs.
Adhere to OSHA, company safety policies, and quality standard