Materials Handler/Driver

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.•Ayer, MA

5d•$25 - $26

About The Position

The Material Handler/Driver works daily to pick, stage and transfer material to/from production following internal processes and procedures for inventory control while adhering to safety and quality policies. Additionally, this position requires the ability to drive a transport vehicle (26,000 pounds) between company locations as needed based. Work is varied and is done under general supervision. Duties require detail orientation and initiative to acquire more complex skills with the ability to work independently.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Minimum 18+ years old
2+ years’ forklift / materials handling experience in a manufacturing environment; food & beverage manufacturing experience preferred
Previous experience driving 26,000-pound truck preferred
Massachusetts Resident
Valid MA Class D license with a clean driving record
Lawful permanent resident of the U.S. with a valid Social Security number
Ability to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) medical standards including successful drug screens
Ability to follow work instructions, as well as Safety, Quality, and Company policies
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Ability to operate warehouse machinery, forklift, wave, palletizer, pallet jack and box truck
Ability to accurately identify ingredients and needed weight from Pick Sheets.
Ability to use a computer for data entry of production data
Ability to visually and physically sort, count, pack, and palletize, raw materials and finished goods
Ability to work around and with hand-held, manual, and moving equipment i.e., conveyors, case packing, pallet jacks, and other machinery including box truck.
Ability to use a tape gun, date coder, box cutter, and other small tools
Ability to recognize number sequences, lot numbers, date codes, and other data visually and accurately
Ability to visually detect, identify, and effectively communicate product deviations to lead or manager
Ability to stand on concrete floors and perform repetitive motions for extended periods of time
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 lbs. on occasion
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment in accordance with Quality and Safety policies
Ability to work independently with general supervision as well as work in a diverse, fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
Ability to be flexible and take on assignments as required
Ability to interact well with other staff members and in alignment with the company’s overall goals
Ability to have a positive, can-do attitude, strong work ethic, trustworthy, and be reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

Utilize Warehouse Management System (e.g. Fishbowl) to pick, move, and transfer materials to/ from production.
Ensure material license plates (i.e.-labels) do have accurate information that matches physical material (i.e.- expiration, lot number, location).
Perform system transactions in a timely and accurate way. System issues with transactions must be reported immediately.
Follow FIFO at all times. Report issues that will impact accuracy of inventory.
Move materials using forklift equipment following safe handling procedures.
Accurately pick raw ingredients and packaging components needed for production.
Supply the production team with labels, boxes, film and paper needed for daily production
Identify expired ingredients and inform supervisor
Maintain an organized raw ingredient, film and box warehouse
Return unused raw ingredients and materials to proper location
Perform item deliveries using the box truck to locations within 150 miles from Ayer
Load/Unload box truck following standard Safety procedures
Plan routes and delivery schedules following Transfer Order Procedures.
Inspect truck equipment and supplies daily.
Maintain truck logs and receipts.
Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times
Completes housekeeping and sanitation duties
Accurately completes daily production data collection forms and performs data entry
Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset to improve procedures and processes
Ability to maintain company confidential data
Other duties as assigned