Warehouse Associate II (Material Handler)

Niagara Bottling•Stockton, CA

5d•$24 - $32

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate II (Material Handler) is responsible for the quality and efficiency of trailer loading and unloading, including pallet handling. The role operates a forklift or works with a Laser Guided Vehicle (LGV) and handling system. Duties include checking outbound trailers, monitoring LGV activity at LGV sites, following standard procedures to maintain inventory accuracy, preparing loads for cross-country shipments and customer requirements, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The position receives and processes inbound orders in the Warehouse Management System (WMS), handles returns, coordinates shipments, and reconciles WMS and Oracle EBS inventory records against physical counts. Routine work also includes supporting production, correcting spills, addressing product quality issues, preparing trailers and shipping documents, and maintaining warehouse and inventory records. The role supports process improvement and timely service to customers and requires regular, predictable attendance.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
At least 2 years of experience in the position.
At least 2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Experience requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
Ability to meet the role’s safety, communication, customer-service, prioritization, adaptability, and continuous-improvement expectations.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
4 years of experience working in the position.
4 years of experience managing people or projects.

Responsibilities

Receive and process inbound orders in the WMS, including raw materials, pallets, ingredients, and internal transfers.
Follow receiving SOPs and guidelines, including regulatory and safety requirements.
Process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) accurately and efficiently.
At LGV sites, validate new SKUs in the WMS for proper LGV storage and handling, monitor LGV activity, and clear blocked locations.
Coordinate with the Central Shipping Office (CSO) to maintain scheduled shipment flow into and out of the warehouse.
Compile inventory records by SKU, quantity, and sub-inventory; reconcile Oracle EBS and WMS records against physical counts, investigate and adjust errors, and report discrepancies.
Rebuild damaged pallets before restocking and consolidate finished-goods storage to maximize capacity.
Identify, report, and observe quality issues with finished goods and raw materials/supplies (RMS), and correct product spills.
Manually pull pallets from production as needed and supply production with non-inventory items such as glue, bags, and labels.
Operate a forklift when needed and unload finished goods and raw-material deliveries.
Facilitate information flow among logistics, production, and sales to support timely, accurate customer service.
Test and monitor resin and spring water.
Coordinate preload activities and inspect trailers to ensure loads are completed on time.
Provide correct loading documents or bills of lading and truck seals when required.
Maintain records and reports required for daily shipping and inventory control.
Participate in continuous process improvement and cost-reduction efforts.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe warehouse.
Answer and make phone calls using proper phone etiquette.
Communicate with internal and external contacts to ensure on-time truck loading and troubleshoot issues.
Coordinate with transportation and production/scheduling teams to keep shipments flowing according to schedule.
Perform other tasks assigned by a manager or supervisor when they are not unreasonable or unsafe.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident plans.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.