Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Ajinomoto Foods North America•Joplin, MO

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for loading and/or unloading trucks, receiving, checking, storing, counting, and distributing inventory in accordance with established systems and procedures. This role involves maintaining a safe work environment, meeting warehouse goals, managing inventory levels, and ensuring accurate paperwork completion. The position requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks, working in various temperature conditions, and supporting production needs.

Requirements

3-4 years of warehouse, manufacturing or production experience
One year of shift lead experience with sound, effective communication skills
Maintain forklift certification
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Ability to work in production/warehouse environment with constant exposure to loud machinery
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, both indoors and outdoors
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Comply with Food Safety: GMP’S, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF, and Quality requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Load and/or unload trucks.
Receive, check, store, count, and distribute inventory.
Maintain a safe and positive work environment in compliance with OSHA, company standards, and local, state, and federal requirements.
Perform tasks necessary to meet warehouse goals.
Accurately complete all necessary paperwork.
Manage day-to-day inventory levels.
Maintain Forklift certification.
Conduct periodic inventories.
Trace history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records and recommend remedial actions.
Execute daily receiving and shipping load boards, overseeing the receipt of purchased goods, verifying counts, quality, and completing all required paperwork and transactions.
Stack and arrange product on pallets.
Complete forklift and pallet jack inspections before each shift.
Replenish stock while maintaining a cleaned and organized warehouse/location daily.
Move product in warehouse/location as necessary during reallocations of space or taking of inventory.
Rotate product and arrange according to Julian dates or FIFO (first in first out).
Receive and check incoming products against receiving documents, ensuring proper product code, quantity, and condition; report any discrepancies to the lead.
Operate electric forklifts and pallet jacks.
Work in and out of freezers with temperatures averaging 32 degrees to -25 degrees.
Provide general support to production.
Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and horseplay.
Use proper lifting techniques.
Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift).
Use personal assistance (buddy).
Use handrails.
Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).