Material Handler - 1st Shift- Refrigerated Products
About The Position
The Material Handler supports warehouse and production operations by ensuring the timely and accurate movement of materials and finished goods. The role maintains organized storage areas, assists with shipping and receiving, and operates equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. It also involves completing documentation, following allergen and product-release protocols, and contributing to inventory maintenance and cleanliness to help ensure efficient and safe warehouse operations. Core hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Bethany Road Plant. Because the business is make-to-order, work outside this schedule, including Fridays and Saturdays, may be required. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Six to twelve months of experience is desirable.
- Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Basic knowledge of warehouse procedures.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work with little supervision.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Basic understanding and user comfort with technologies such as tablets.
- Ability to use an ERP or electronic inventory system.
- Ability to follow written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions and develop possible solutions to problems.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers.
- Ability to read and interpret instructions, document and record information, and communicate information and ideas effectively one-on-one.
- Ability to operate and control equipment and monitor it to ensure proper operation.
- Medium physical effort: exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly, 20 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally to lift or move objects.
- Vision requirements include far, near, and mid-range vision, depth perception, color identification, and field of vision.
- Regularly make repetitive motions; use finger dexterity; walk; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Frequently lift, grasp, feel, and balance. Occasionally climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Nice To Haves
- Fluency in English is preferred.
- Six to twelve months of experience is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Support the Company’s mission by identifying and accomplishing team and individual performance goals that support Company goals.
- Treat coworkers, customers, and suppliers respectfully and in accordance with the Company’s Code of Ethics and Core Values.
- Follow company GMPs and SOPs.
- Move raw materials to production lines to support continuous production, following FIFO and lot-code usage.
- Move product from production lines to warehouse storage.
- Maintain the finished-product area and organize the warehouse for maximum efficiency.
- Assist with loading and unloading in shipping and receiving.
- Ensure equipment, such as forklifts and slipsheets, is in working order.
- Complete HACCP paperwork as required.
- Follow allergen guidelines to avoid warehouse cross-contamination.
- Follow product-release program guidelines.
- Assist with inventory maintenance of raw materials.
- Clean up and organize the freezer and warehouse periodically.
- Clean forklifts periodically.
- Assist on production lines as needed.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
