Distribution Technician I - III Weekend

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking full-time  Distribution Technicians  for its  Maryland Logistics Center (MLC) in Sparrows Point, MD . The ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic, solid technical skills, logistics experience, and excel at teamwork. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and vacancies will be filled as they become available. The Distribution Technicians will report to a Warehouse Team Manager.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

Weekend Shift: Saturday- Tuesday 6AM-4PM or Thursday - Sunday 6AM-4PM 

($2.50 shift premium for hours worked on Sat & Sunday from 6AM-4PM)

$500 BONUS AFTER THE FIRST 6 MONTHS

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Under the general supervision of the Team Manager, the Distribution Technician is responsible for: 

• Picking/packing/staging all customer orders in a timely and accurate manner while utilizing an RF scanner and VMC (vehicle-mounted computer) to perform transactions successfully while operating material handling equipment. 

• Operating a variety of industrial equipment, including motorized pallet jacks, push-off machines, wrappers, pallet flippers, and pallet dispensers as needed based on business needs.

• Using a computerized inventory system and documenting safety, quality, and performance standards as processes dictate.

• General warehouse duties inclusive of sanitation, required training, and audits outside of core operations. 

• Arriving on time and engaging in team meetings, startup meetings, and special projects as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Accurate clerical and numerical skills, ability to read, interpret, and follow complex procedures. 

• Ability to successfully learn to operate a variety of equipment, including a motorized pallet jack and battery charging system. 

• Ability to work in an environment where performance against specific standards is constantly measured 

• Ability to communicate effectively. 

• Ability to work overtime frequently or on short notice, inclusive of weekends and holidays. 

• Overtime is mandatory at times and regular attendance is required as essential job responsibilities for the position

• Ability to lift to and including 50 pounds or more on a continuous basis. 

• Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures inside and outside. 

• Ability to execute the SAP inventory program aligned with McCormick job aids provided. 

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions provided by leadership. 

• Basic PC experience 

• Regular onsite attendance required. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Prior PIT (Power Industrial Equipment) experience, including a motorized pallet jack, reach truck, Sit-down forklift, and turbine truck, is preferred. 

• Understanding and execution of Problem-Solving skills; knowledge of Six Sigma 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in order selection, warehousing, or inventory 

• SAP knowledge 

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience.    

First consideration will be given to employees who have been displaced from their jobs for positions with the same grade or lower. If there are no qualified candidates, all other employees will then be considered. No displaced employee will receive preferential consideration for a promotional opportunity.​

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McCormick may recruit external candidates concurrently in order to expedite the recruitment process. Qualified internal candidates submitting bids within the first ten (10) days of the job being posted will be considered before external candidates. Internal bids received after the tenth (10th) day will be considered along with external candidates. ​

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McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Base Salary: $18.30-$27.44

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits

- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support

- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

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