Hiring Event-Material Handler-Nights 12h 2-2-3 Schedule

Mars • Kansas City, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Mars Petcare, we are passionate about pets. Our Greenies brand is dedicated to keeping pets healthy and happy, and we manufacture our world-renowned products right here in our highly desirable, fully climate-controlled North Kansas City facility. Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world’s best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Whether you are an experienced warehouse professional, a skilled forklift operator looking for a stable day-shift position, or a transitioning military Veteran, Reservist, or National Guard member, we welcome your unique talents! We highly value the dedication, safety-first mindset, and structured teamwork developed in the military and look forward to helping you build a successful civilian career.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent civilian/military education.
• Proven experience in warehouse logistics, receiving, shipping, or material handling roles.
• Demonstrated experience operating a forklift safely in an industrial or warehouse environment.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, reach, climb, and safely lift up to 40 pounds manually.
• Working knowledge of basic computer programs for entering data, record keeping, and maintaining inventory logs.
• Basic math skills, a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-performing team environment with a willingness to learn and be coached.

Nice To Haves

• Military service in Automated Logistical Specialist (92A), Unit Supply Specialist (92Y), Cargo Specialist (88H), Motor Transport Operator (88M), Ammunition Specialist (89B) (U.S. Army).
• Military service in Logistics Specialist (LS), Storekeeper, Aviation Storekeeper (AK) (U.S. Navy).
• Military service in Materiel Management (2S0X1), Traffic Management (2T0X1), Ground Transportation (2T1X1) (U.S. Air Force).
• Military service in Warehouse Clerk (3051), Supply Administration & Operations (3043), Logistics/Embarkation Specialist (0431), Motor Vehicle Operator (3531) (U.S. Marine Corps).
• Military service in Storekeeper (SK), Marine Science Technician (U.S. Coast Guard).

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify all incoming raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and components against purchase orders and shipping manifests.
• Use a forklift to safely unload inbound trucks and transfer materials to their correct designated storage locations.
• Conduct strict quality and food safety checks on incoming materials, including collecting product samples and verifying supplier paperwork.
• Collaborate with external logistics departments and freight carriers to ensure correct and safe delivery of production materials.
• Safely and accurately operate material handling equipment (including forklifts) to transport inventory, raw materials, WIP (work-in-process), and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Support production schedules by ensuring that the correct materials are issued and staged in production areas when needed.
• Stage, build, and load outbound trailers for shipment, ensuring proper cargo weight distribution and trailer utilization.
• Ensure proper labeling, sorting, FIFO (First-In, First-Out) rotation, and general organization of all materials in storage areas.
• Scan and track material movements using warehouse management systems to ensure perfect real-time inventory accountability.
• Perform daily cycle counts, participate in precision monthly inventories, and assist with formal physical audits.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies promptly and report findings to management.
• Generate, review, and complete accurate shipping/receiving paperwork, logging all transactions accurately into the plant database.
• Participate and adhere to all food safety requirements, Quality Management Processes (QMPs), and site safety programs, championing a safety-first culture.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary warehouse environment in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Promptly report any safety, food safety, or quality concerns to leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay based on experience, shift differentials, and significant overtime (OT) potential.
• Eligibility for our annual performance-based company bonus and annual merit increases.
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance starting on Day One.
• An exceptional 401(k) program with up to 6% company match.
• Generous paid vacation time, paid holidays, and predictable rotating 2-2-3 day shifts.
• Paid Parental Leave, plus Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Access to top-tier learning and development through Mars University.
• Access to our onsite gym.

What This Job Offers

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