Material Handler

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing LLC•Van Buren, IN

1h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

As a Material Handler, you are essential to keeping production moving efficiently and accurately. You will manage the flow of ingredients, packaging supplies, and finished products throughout the facility to ensure smooth operations. This position directly supports manufacturing performance, product quality, food safety compliance, and inventory control. If you are dependable, safety-focused, and motivated by teamwork, this role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to grow within a thriving manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform job duties effectively and safely.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

AS400 knowledge
1-2 years of experience operating an industrial powered trucks, primarily sit-down forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

Responsibilities

Supply production lines with required ingredients and packaging materials according to daily production plans
Transport finished goods to designated staging or storage areas
Properly return excess materials to assigned inventory locations
Provide support for shipping and receiving operations as necessary
Record material transactions accurately within warehouse systems and documentation logs
Adhere to FIFO and FEFO inventory methods to maintain freshness and traceability
Examine materials for damage or discrepancies and report findings promptly
Assist with physical counts, audits, and reconciliation processes
Keep storage areas orderly and clearly identified
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment in a safe manner
Maintain cleanliness and organization within warehouse and production spaces
Follow all GMP standards, food safety regulations, and company safety policies
Coordinate with operations, warehouse staff, and supervisors to meet daily objectives
Communicate operational issues, material shortages, or safety concerns immediately
Participate in shift transition discussions to maintain workflow continuity
Support additional operational tasks as business needs require
Recommend ideas to enhance material flow and workplace efficiency
Contribute to initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, and productivity
Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and ownership in daily responsibilities

Benefits

Base Pay: $20 per hour
Performance Raises: $0.50 increase after 90 days and an additional $0.50 increase after 6 months
Night Shift Premium: $3.00 additional per hour (when applicable)
Sunday Pay: Double-time compensation
Schedule: Fixed Day or Night shift options
Paid Time Off: 3 weeks during your first year
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance effective the first of the month after 30 days
401(k): 100% company match up to 10%
Tuition Assistance: Support for continued education
Earned Wage Access: Early access to your paycheck when needed