Material Handler/Forklift Operator-2nd shift

Material Handler/Forklift Operator-2nd Shift

Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined strengths and expertise of these two great parent companies, laid down over the course of over 200 years of combined experience. Stratas will continue to build on this foundation of excellence by providing value added, branded and custom formulated fats and oils solutions to the Food Service, Food Ingredient and Retail sectors. At Stratas Foods we are committed to being the most valued supplier of fats, oils, dressings, mayonnaise and salad dressings to the private label retail bottled oils market in the United States.

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Hillside, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

Job Description

Looking for people to become a part of a great team and company!

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Material Handler/Forklift Operator with experience using RF (Radio Frequency) scanners to join our warehouse team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts to load, unload, and move materials within the facility while ensuring accurate inventory tracking using RF scanning equipment.

2nd Shift – Must be available to train on 1st shift for 2-3 weeks.

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS!

• We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance plus voluntary benefits on day one of employment!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness reimbursement
• College tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Match up to 5%
• Vacation, holiday, bereavement, and jury duty pay

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safely operate sit-down forklift to move products and materials throughout facility.
2. Use RF scanners to accurately scan, put away, receive, pick, and ship inventory.
3. Load and unload trailers, stage materials, and transport goods within the warehouse.
4. Perform daily equipment inspections and report any safety or maintenance issues.
5. Ensure proper product labeling and placement based on warehouse standards.
6. Maintain accurate records of inventory movement and transactions.
7. Follow all Safety, GMP, and Warehouse protocols and procedures.
8. Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts as needed.
9. Support general warehouse duties such as packing, labeling, and organizing materials.
10. Complete all required documentation as required
11. Pallet building
12. Perform Oil railcar, RAW, or product sampling as required with supervision
13. Move pallets of product in system
14. Regularly accomplish Environmental Waste/sludge activities to transfer intermediate waste to bulk storage containers.
15. Perform a variety of other miscellaneous duties as assigned or qualified for as Material Handler.

MANDATORY OVERTIME MAY BE REQUIRED SOME WEEKS

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: 1–2 years of forklift operator experience required

Equipment/Software Skills: Ability to achieve proficiency in onsite forklift testing and evaluation; experience with RF scanners and warehouse systems; basic computer knowledge; experience in fast-paced warehouse/distribution/manufacturing settings; knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS); Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Competencies

• Demonstrates a commitment to safety by adhering to all safety, food safety, environmental, and GMP policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Actively participates in safety and continuous improvement initiatives to support operational efficiency.
• Follows written procedures, policies, and work instructions accurately and consistently.
• Produces clear and accurate documentation related to inventory, shipping, and operational activities.
• Maintains reliable attendance and punctuality to support team and operational needs.
• Demonstrates flexibility by learning and performing multiple roles and filling in for temporary or permanent vacancies as needed.

Additional Information

Physical: Must be able to walk throughout the plant, to include walking and climbing up/downstairs and ladders (portable, fixed). Must have be ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally is required.

Sensory: Must have the appropriate level of sensory acuity (visual, hearing, speaking, smell and touch) to be able to identify and react to normal, abnormal and alarm conditions (chemicals, temperature, etc.)

Mental/Reasoning: Must be able to logically and methodically work through and break down complex problems and processes to enable effective communication with all levels of the organization.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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