Material Handler

Division Information

Located in Blacksburg, Virginia, we are the Pet Care unit of Spectrum Brands. Owners of dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish and reptiles rely on our brands for exceptional value and trusted results. Our industry-leading brands include Tetra, Instant Ocean, Marineland, 8-in-1, Dingo, FURminator, Nature's Miracle, Glo Fish, Dream Bone and Smart Bones.

Starting Pay: From $19.25 per hour

• Day Shift: Monday - Thursday | 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Mid Shift: Monday - Thursday | 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Friday | 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Possible overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.

Attendance bonuses available.
Employee product discounts

• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Anthem) - effective Day One
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• And more!

The Material Handler is responsible for performing general warehouse operations, including moving materials throughout the facility, picking customer orders, and loading/unloading trucks. This role operates forklifts and other material handling equipment and uses RF scanning technology to accurately track inventory within the SAP system.

• Model Spectrum Brands Values:
  Ownership, Teamwork, and Agility.
• Support safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company policies.
• Perform accurate inventory transfers and documentation using RF scanners.
• Pick, stage, and coordinate customer orders with shipping/receiving.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment (as certified).
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years manufacturing experience.
• Experience with operating powered equipment.

• Computer skills for SAP transactions.
• Organizational skills to maintain paperwork and work documentation.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must be available to work across multiple shifts.
• Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Must wear all prescribed PPE including, but not limited to hearing protection, safety glasses, respirator, and steel-toed shoes.

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.