Material Handler - B Shift

Responsibilities

• Inspect forklift prior to use. Check general condition and battery charge.
• Load pallet dispenser and slip‑sheets.
• Stage packaging materials for the production runs.
• Pull product from warehouse or staging area, check orders, load trailers per pick/pull sheets.
• Record batch/lot codes and amount pulled on pick/pull sheet.
• Ensure that each pallet is logged prior to going in the warehouse or on a trailer.
• Observe and follow FEFO—first expiring, first out rule.
• Check in and sign out drivers; give them the proper paperwork.
• Loading and unloading of pallet trailers and transfer trailers.
• Help with inbound raw material deliveries when shorthanded.
• Ability to stack pallets of finished goods and raw materials and build mixed pallets when needed.
• Keep warehouse clean and organized, including sweeping and other simple cleaning tasks.
• Help with daily, monthly, and yearly inventory counts when needed.
• Understand and adhere to safe working practices and ergonomics programs.
• Understand and adhere to company GMP and food safety programs.
• Overtime hours may be required based on work demand. Employee must be flexible with these hours.

• 1‑3 years forklift experience
• HS Diploma or GED
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills, and ability to consistently read and record alphanumeric codes.
• Computer knowledge: basics skills/usage. SAP experience preferred.
• Must have good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members, other employees and truck drivers

• Production areas are noisy; regular use of ear plugs/muffs required.
• Safety glasses and safety footwear (steel toe, non‑slip) required.
• Hair and beard nets required.
• Some areas are dusty.
• Operating forklift including repeatedly getting on and off throughout the shift.
• Lifting up to 55 lbs.
• Lifting up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Regular walking, standing, bending, and twisting.

• Actively participate in all required safety training and adhere to company health and safety policies.
• Maintain a safe work environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards or unsafe conditions immediately to a supervisor.
• Properly use and maintain required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), tools, and equipment.
• Safety is everyone’s responsibility; all employees are expected to act in a safe manner at all times to prevent incidents.
• Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company‑specific safety procedures (e.g., JHA, Lockout/Tagout).
• Operate heavy machinery and equipment safely, ensuring all safety guards are in place and functional.
• Maintain a safe, ergonomic workspace, including attending, and participating in safety drills and emergency evacuation training.

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Produces high‑quality, accurate work with strong attention to detail.
• Exhibits high levels of integrity, dependability, and trustworthiness.
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.

• Hourly compensation for this position is based on skills and experience, ranging from $19.00 – $23.00.