Material Handler

UNC Dairy • Town of Lawrence, NY

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About The Position

The Material Handler supports production, warehouse, and inventory operations by safely handling, storing, inspecting, and moving materials and finished goods. The role helps maintain product quality, inventory accuracy, workplace safety, and operational efficiency throughout the facility. Work schedules may vary based on operational needs and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety regulations, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and company policies and manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and documentation accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers and standard units of measurement.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions using common-sense understanding.
• Ability to solve routine problems involving a limited number of variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including standing and walking for extended periods, handling materials and equipment, reaching above shoulder height, and lifting and moving items weighing up to 55 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds regularly.

Nice To Haves

• One to three months of related warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Band finished product for all product lines.
• Place and scan product pallets into designated cooler rack locations.
• Load palletizers with pallets as needed.
• Stage fruit totes for production lines using proper inventory rotation procedures.
• Supply packaging materials to case packers to assist production personnel.
• Accurately tally finished product cases and product designated for food bank distribution.
• Receive packaging supplies and ingredients.
• Verify code dates and complete required receiving documentation.
• Inspect inbound trailers and incoming supplies for pest activity, damage, and overall condition.
• Verify packaging integrity, UPC codes, and shelf-life code dates.
• Inspect pallets for damaged, open, or compromised cases.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Complete assigned cleaning and sanitation tasks and maintain required documentation.
• Inspect cooler racks routinely and submit work orders for needed repairs.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in required training programs, safety initiatives, plant safety teams, and safety programs.
• Plan work activities so breaks and meal periods are taken in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement.

Benefits

• Group health insurance may be included in the total rewards package.
• Dental insurance may be included in the total rewards package.
• Retirement plan may be included in the total rewards package.
• Paid time away from work may be included in the total rewards package.
• Paid holidays may be included in the total rewards package.

What This Job Offers

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