Packaging​/Material Handler

We are seeking a dependable Packaging/Material Handler for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Buffalo, NY. This onsite role supports production, packaging, inventory, shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for someone with packaging, warehouse, forklift, or material handling experience who wants long-term stability, hands‑on training, and room to grow within manufacturing and supply chain operations.

The work environment is team-oriented, safety-focused, and built around quality, communication, and continuous improvement. Supportive leadership, strong operational standards, and advancement potential make this a solid next step for candidates who take pride in reliable, accurate work.

• Package, tag, label, stamp, and stretch‑wrap finished goods according to production and customer requirements.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading trucks, checking inbound materials, staging orders, and verifying documentation.
• Maintain packaging supplies, raw materials, and finished goods using FIFO inventory practices and accurate inventory transactions.
• Operate packaging equipment, respond to machine alarms, complete inspections, and document production, downtime, and quality checks.
• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, barcode scanners, WMS, and manufacturing systems to move materials and support warehouse organization.
• Follow GMP, safety, quality, food safety, and environmental requirements while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

• Pay rate: $19.00 to $21.00 per hour.
• Job type:
  Temp-to-hire.
• Work location:
  
  Onsite in Buffalo, NY 14225.
• Full-time position in a stable manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive training and development programs.
• Collaborative team culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to gain experience in production, packaging, warehouse operations, and inventory management.
• Advancement opportunities within manufacturing and supply chain operations.

• Support production packaging operations by ensuring materials, supplies, and finished goods are handled accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving tasks, including staging, loading, documentation, and inventory updates.
• Perform packaging equipment checks, cleaning, basic inspections, and production documentation.
• Maintain safe material flow throughout the facility while supporting quality, inventory accuracy, and customer delivery requirements.
• 1 to 2 years of manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or material handling experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic math, counting, and inventory accuracy skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong organization, time management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow GMP requirements, safety procedures, and operational standards.
• Experience using forklifts, manual pallet jacks, barcode scanners, WMS, or production software is helpful.

• Forklift certification or prior forklift operating experience.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, inventory systems, or manufacturing software.
• Prior experience in shipping, receiving, production packaging, or food‑safe manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with FIFO inventory practices, Certificates of Compliance, quality checks, and production documentation.

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