Operations Material Handler 1st Shift, Mon-Thur 5:30a-4p

Link Snacks • Underwood, IA

8d

About The Position

Material Handlers unload incoming product, select orders to meet customer requirements, and load product for shipment. The role also involves cycle counting and reporting variances. Team members operate material-handling equipment and RF scanners, work on receiving and shipping docks as needed, follow the daily operations schedule, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and safety requirements. The work takes place in a plant/office setting with varying temperatures and noise levels and exposure to manufacturing equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Excellent attendance and dependability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions while working independently; guidance is provided when needed.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3–6 months of experience operating material-handling equipment.
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and high-reach trucks.
• Operate and maintain handheld RF scanners.
• Select customer orders accurately and on time.
• Work on receiving and shipping docks as needed.
• Unload trucks, verify deliveries against documentation, and notify a supervisor of discrepancies.
• Label and identify products for proper storage and use, and distribute received items to the appropriate person or department.
• Pick daily shipments, verify counts, wrap or neatly stack pallets, and mark shipments with customer, transportation, and location information.
• Load finished goods onto trailers within the specified timeframe.
• Perform and report cycle counts.
• Follow the daily operations schedule and achieve specified goals.
• Follow GMPs, SOPs, and company and OSHA safety rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Help maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Steady, predictable shifts
• Passionate team
• Strong family values
• Career opportunities with a goal to promote from within
• Competitive pay including a bonus plan
• Medical plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• Discounted product
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) participation
• Annual incentive and program-specific awards may be available to eligible Team Members

What This Job Offers

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