Material Handler , 2nd Shift; D1093
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Engineer, Forklift Operator
Location: Decatur
Overview
Material Handler I, 2nd Shift (D1093) at Wellness Pet Company.
5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. This position is 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
What You’ll AccomplishThe Material Handler I performs a variety of functions related to shipment of customer orders and warehouse storage operations. Includes staging and preparation of pallets for shipment and accurate completion of required paperwork. Assures compliance with GMPs and safety standards. Shipping Technicians regularly work 40 hours per week with overtime as business needs require.
Duties & Responsibilities- Ensure all outgoing shipments are picked accurately using a printed order slip or scan gun (Packing Slip).
- Stage orders for shipment.
- Pick loads for shipment, with strict attention to accuracy.
- Ensure order is loaded in a manner that adheres to being transportable.
- Using a forklift, may unload finished product and supplies from incoming trailers, pallets or skids and transfer to correct storage areas.
- Perform cycle counts on finished product by date.
- Operate shrink wrap equipment.
- Advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions to assist in providing a safe environment for other workers who walk through the warehouse.
- Follow and maintain GMP standards at all times.
- Participate and assist in inventory process.
- Safely operate forklift/stand up reach truck.
- Complete all required documentation with accuracy.
- Advise appropriate leads to any unsafe conditions in both plant and warehouse areas.
- Able to troubleshoot some equipment issues and advise maintenance of needed repairs or preventive care.
- Responsible for Continuous Improvement ideas and implementation in assigned area.
- Participate in team functions as required.
- Must maintain warehouse in an organized and clean manner to ensure safety and good manufacturing processes.
- Interact with warehouse team members, quality control, and production to maximize output and efficiency.
- Other duties as directed by the supervisor.
- Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to Supervisor.
- Participates in mandatory safety trainings and adheres to all safety policies.
- Required to report all safety issues, near misses, and injuries.
- Completes quality and food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to Supervisor.
- Participates in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirements.
- Preserves the integrity of the BRC system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined. Takes actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.
- Required to report food safety and quality system failures and take actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.
- Is consumer focused in all they do
- Continually challenges themselves to go the extra mile to get the job done, and ensures it’s done the right way as opposed to the easy way
- Holds themselves and others accountable
- Embraces continual development through the sharing of feedback and investment in learning opportunities
- Is a true collaborator, sharing resources, and engaging in healthy debate
- Celebrates differences and strives to learn from others who are different from themselves
- Gives back to their community and supports sustainable practices
- Has 1-2 years of experience operating a forklift
- Has experience with or ability to operate a scan gun
- Ability to lift 35-50 pounds
We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support health, pets, passions, and professional development. More information about our benefits can be found on our website.
The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
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