Material Handler

Fairfield, Connecticut
Fairfield, CT 06825, USA

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Pull and load appropriate trucks for customer orders and interplant transfers.
• Accurately receive inbound raw materials for Blending and production.
• Place received materials in correct locations and verify accuracy on computer.
• Operate computer related inventory equipment, both RF and keyboard.
• Conduct daily cycle counts on inventory.
• Accurately complete required forms. (Forklift and Trailer inspection forms)
• Able to operate a forklift loading and unloading trucks while coordinating with the Blending Department. Ability to learn and understand the RF equipment and the LX system for processing orders and transfers.
• Accurately pull and send out customer orders.
• Refer to shop order packets to stage and maintain required quantity and type of raw materials needed for production and miscellaneous shop orders.
• Return and accurately document materials from work centers at the end of production run.
• Place finished goods production in correct locations and verify accuracy on computer.
• Follow Company’s Good Manufacturing Practices. (GMPs)
• Comply with Company safety and health rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional

• Ability to learn computer related work requirements.
• Ability to learn proper operation of Forklift and pass required driving examination.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or general educational development (GED)

One year’s previous experience in shipping, receiving or material handling operations or equivalent.

Computer-related experience, forklift preferred but will train.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay Rate: $20.40 per hour.

Bigelow Tea offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; paid time off and other paid leave; short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; and additional employee benefits. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for incentive compensation. Eligibility, coverage, and plan terms vary and are governed by applicable plan documents and company policies.

Bigelow Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bigelow Tea does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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