Material Handler

Freshpack•Monticello, WI

53d

About The Position

Like being the person who keeps everything moving and in the right place? Join us as a Material Handler and play a vital role in making sure our production lines stay supplied and our finished products get where they need to go. We have an opening for two Material Handlers to join our team. Both roles are essential to keeping our operation running smoothly and ensuring we deliver high-quality products to our customers. Freshpack is a custom cheese packaging company that develops and innovates cheese products and packaging. Our products can be found in all 50 states and in most major retailers. Over the past 25 years, our team has grown from 15 to 270+ employees. It is an exciting time to join our team, as we are poised for substantial growth over the next 3-5 years.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in a warehouse, production, or material handling environment preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to remain composed in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Basic math and computer/data entry skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to read and comprehend production documents, such as shop orders and labels
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification a plus

Responsibilities

Follow all safety protocols, GMPs, and company procedures
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Ensure FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles are followed
Operate forklifts or pallet jacks safely and efficiently
Assist the production or shipping & receiving teams when responsibilities are complete or caught up
Responsible for all incoming raw materials to the production floor during assigned shift
Stage and prepare all required materials for upcoming shop orders and the next production shift
Read and interpret shop orders and pull sheets to determine material requirements
Verify material availability against the production schedule and communicate shortages
Transport raw materials from the cooler/dry goods warehouse to designated production areas
Conduct checks to ensure correct items and quantities are delivered
Communicate with the Finished Goods Material Handler to reconcile input/output materials and minimize discrepancies
Support cycle counts or inventory audits as needed
Restock packaging items (e.g., boxes, film, trays) at the production windows as needed
Take accurate inventory of finished goods as they exit the production rooms
Provide accurate finished goods counts to the Foreman or Supervisor for data entry and traceability
Move finished goods to cold storage or designated areas using forklifts or pallet jacks
Assist with verifying and organizing goods for shipment
Communicate with the Raw Materials Material Handler to reconcile input/output materials and minimize discrepancies