Material Handler (Day Shift, $23.00 Starting Hourly Pay)

Schreiber Foods • Grand Rapids, MI

5d • $23

About The Position

This is a fulltime day shift position working on a consistent 6:30 am - 6:30 pm rotating schedule. Pay Starts at $23.00 an hour $1 weekend premium All benefits start day 1 of employment 8% company 401k match

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience preferred.
• Training and certification to operate all applicable Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs) required.
• Cognitive Ability, Personality, and Motivation fit for Material Handler role as demonstrated through Wonderlic Select assessment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, quality, and cleanliness in work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
• Results driven, bottom-line oriented, strives to exceed goals, and motivates self and others to achieve positive outcomes.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.).
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
• This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.
• Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs) and material handling equipment to move products in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
• Inspect all power equipment and complete safety inspection before operation.
• Check in and out all inbound and outbound products, tagging products accordingly.
• Perform various receiving functions such as unloading trucks and putting away products in the correct overstock location.
• Accurately complete all necessary paper and electronic forms in a timely manner.
• Consistently meet production demands and needs by moving products accurately and efficiently.
• Always maintain inventory integrity and product safety.
• Proactively communicate material issues involving deficiency to materials leadership.
• Complete housekeeping and cleaning in accordance with the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS.)
• Stack empty pallets, clean and sweep work area, clean digester and compactor areas, and remove trash regularly.
• Ensure housekeeping tasks are done regularly to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Immediately clean up after product damage or spill.
• Actively participate in shift exchanges, work team meetings, and continuous improvement activities.
• Identify Critical Control Points (CCPs).
• Follow Good Lab Practices (GLPs) and safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding proper labeling and use of chemicals.

Benefits

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year.
• Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one.
• Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners.
• Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees