Material Handler II (Ship/Rec) Lead (1st shift)

OSI Careers • Tipton, IN

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About The Position

The Material Handler Lead leads and trains a team responsible for receiving, storing, and shipping raw materials and finished products. The role monitors and documents processes using handwritten and electronic methods, maintains a safe and sanitary work environment, and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and corporate, regulatory, quality, and sanitation requirements. The position involves repetitive tasks, following detailed instructions, working independently, and handling multiple demands in a fast-paced environment. The Lead may perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous material handling experience.
• Ability to competently operate a pallet jack.
• Ability to read, write, and demonstrate verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate math skills.
• Ability to work with technology and follow detailed instructions and rules.
• Self-motivated and able to work with little direction.
• Experience leading employees.
• Sense of urgency in completing tasks.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people with varying levels of education, expertise, and backgrounds.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays when required.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodations, including standing for long periods, working in a fast-paced environment, and pushing and pulling more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying hot, cold, wet, and dry environmental conditions.
• Ability to wear all required workplace safety and food safety personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train a team in material handling functions.
• Direct the shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished products.
• Put away raw materials in coolers and freezers.
• Record temperatures of coolers, freezers, and raw materials being tempered.
• Assist the prep room with raw material needs.
• Assist inventory control with inventory counts and disposals.
• Clean and organize coolers, freezers, and the dock area.
• Sweep and wash out dirty trailers.
• Print allergen tags.
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Train new hires.
• Procure inventory counts.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely, using safety equipment such as gloves and eyewear.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment and follow GMPs and applicable corporate, regulatory, quality, sanitation, and company requirements.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week.
• May be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts.
• Comprehensive paid time off, including sick time, vacation, and holidays.
• 401(k) with matching company contributions.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other voluntary coverage for the employee and family.
• Educational assistance.
• Opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED