Material Handler I

Novonesis•New Berlin, WI

3d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready for a new beginning? We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology. Our purpose points the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. We’re here to better our world with biology. Join us as our new Material Handler This role supports daily warehouse and production operations by safely handling materials, preparing pallets, and ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. It requires coordination between warehouse and production teams to ensure efficient product flow and proper handling of materials. In this role you'll make an impact by: Setting up pallets and preparing materials for production and shipment. Replenishing picked and empty trolleys between the freezer and pack line. Completing pallets by wrapping, banding, icing, and placing into proper pallet storage. Loading and unloading trucks, including WW and Maersk shipments. Operating warehouse equipment, including: automatic shrink-wrap machine, electric bander and banding equipment, pallet walker, riding pallet walker, and platypus. Following procedures for handling damaged materials in the warehouse. Maintaining knowledge of allergen control practices within the warehouse. Understanding and following warehouse cleaning practices, the master sanitation schedule, and overall property maintenance requirements. Participating in and supporting the inspection processes, including raw material inspections. Following quarantine procedures for non-conforming materials.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
Ability to read, write and speak English
Ability to safely operate or learn to operate warehouse equipment
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
Ability to lift, move, and stack pallets and materials
Ability to work in cold environments, including freezer areas
Ability to stand, walk, and operate equipment for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse or production experience preferred but not required
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen control practices is a plus

Responsibilities

Setting up pallets and preparing materials for production and shipment.
Replenishing picked and empty trolleys between the freezer and pack line.
Completing pallets by wrapping, banding, icing, and placing into proper pallet storage.
Loading and unloading trucks, including WW and Maersk shipments.
Operating warehouse equipment, including: automatic shrink-wrap machine, electric bander and banding equipment, pallet walker, riding pallet walker, and platypus.
Following procedures for handling damaged materials in the warehouse.
Maintaining knowledge of allergen control practices within the warehouse.
Understanding and following warehouse cleaning practices, the master sanitation schedule, and overall property maintenance requirements.
Participating in and supporting the inspection processes, including raw material inspections.
Following quarantine procedures for non-conforming materials.