Material Handler

Material HandlerMars Petcare is seeking a Material Handler to join our exciting pet food business at a Fort Smith, AR manufacturing plant. We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.As part of our overall total compensation package, Mars Petcare offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.Key ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate ability to record incoming and outgoing loads and move the pallets to their designated location.Scanning pallets as they are loaded onto or off the trailer.Demonstrate the ability to record all transactions in JDADemonstrate proficiency in loading/unloading trailersDemonstrate ability in reconciling inventory using the JDA SystemDemonstrate ability to Manage JDA & SAP programs regarding materials management.Reconcile inventory discrepancies within Inventory management systems.Demonstrate understanding of site security policies.Assist Yard Dog Operator when needed.Demonstrate understanding of warehousing principlesDemonstrate ability to read a schedule and confirm label and product SKU match.Demonstrate knowledge of moving product from location to location using the JDA SystemDemonstrate ability to inspect the exterior of a trailer before performing the dock locking steps to ensure the trailer is safe for loading and unloading.Demonstrates the ability to use pallet wrapper and able to operate the wrapper in a safe mannerManage Aged Supplier Owned Inventory and transact as neededThis position and all site associates are responsible for Quality and Food Safety.Job Specifications/QualificationsEducation:High School Diploma or EquivalentKnowledge & Experience:Knowledge of manufacturing inventory systemsExcellent Computer skillsKnowledge of Financial Compliance and DocumentationKnowledge of Supply Chain ManagementKnowledge of SAP, JDA, RF Scan Gun & Portable printersMust have a working knowledge of FIFO/FEFO proceduresFood manufacturing experience and knowledge of food safetyKnowledge of Good Manufacturing PracticesExperience in & working Knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAbout Mars, IncorporatedMars is a family-owned business with over a century of history, making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN'S®, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.