Material Handler

Material Handler

FoodScience LLC in Williston, VT, is seeking a full-time Material Handler to support our Shipping and Warehouse team. If you're looking to join a mission-driven organization with a great culture, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment, this could be the perfect opportunity.

FoodScience offers nine paid holidays per year - including your birthday! - one paid week off during our annual plant shutdown, and a competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) program that begins accruing immediately. Our benefits include health insurance with options for a Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life insurance, dental, vision, and additional voluntary insurance plans. You'll also enjoy employee product discounts and opportunities for professional development.

What You'll Do Here

The Material Handler is responsible for the efficient movement, storage, and organization of materials within our warehouse and production areas. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials are accurately staged, tracked, and delivered to support manufacturing operations and maintain workflow efficiency.

In this role, you will:

• Transfer materials to designated storage locations and ensure nothing is left on the floor
• Pull, stage, and deliver components, raw goods, labels, cartons, and other materials for production runs
• Return unused materials to stock and accurately record transactions in Process Pro
• Assist in pulling and putting away raw materials while maintaining inventory accuracy
• Inspect incoming materials, verify part numbers, and report discrepancies
• Keep production lines supplied with necessary materials to ensure continuous workflow
• Remove finished goods from production lines, wrap pallets, and transfer to designated storage areas
• Stage pallets and prepare finished goods for shipment, including transfers to the Waterbury facility
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse environment and assist with breaking down packaging materials
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment (training and certification provided)
• Communicate regularly with Line Leads and the Shipping Manager to support production and shipping goals
• Follow all safety, quality, and compliance standards in daily operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

About FoodScience

Founded in 1973, FoodScience maintains locations in Williston, Colchester, and Waterbury, Vermont. We manufacture nutritional supplements for both people and pets and are deeply committed to helping improve health and well-being every day.

We believe in innovation, operational excellence, and supporting employees with a healthy work-life balance. Our collaborative culture and mission-driven approach make FoodScience a rewarding place to grow your career.

What You Bring

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing experience preferred

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and material handling
• Fast-paced warehouse and production environment with moderate noise levels
• Exposure to common allergens (milk, eggs, fish, peanuts, wheat, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, gluten)

Why You Should Apply

Working at FoodScience is more than a jobit's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that helps people and pets live healthier lives. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and a supportive team environment.

Ready To Join Our Team?

Our application process is quick, simple, and user-friendly. We look forward to connecting with you!

FoodScience LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic. We comply with all federal, state, and local employment laws. FoodScience is an at-will employer.