Material Handler

Purpose The Material Handler is responsible for receiving all incoming raw material, chemical and other supplies, logging them in and overseeing their distribution. They are also responsible for organizing and maintaining the inventory in the dry storage area as well as staging raw materials needed by the filler operation for production runs. Essential Responsibilities All plant personnel have the responsibility to monitor and report any deviations from our Food Safety and Food Quality (HACCP & SQF) programs to your immediate supervisor. Receive incoming shipments of all raw materials, maintenance parts, lab supplies, chemicals and all deliveries from Fed Ex and UPS. Log all deliveries and receive raw materials into the inventory system, then deliver to department or addressee. Maintain organization of the warehouse so all materials are used FIFO; maintain all raw materials in a manner consistent with QA Standards (rewrap all carton pallets before returning to racks, secure partial box pallets and fill out any required QA paperwork). Stage cartons and other materials required for each day’s production run; complete powder tracking log and staging forms for all powder used. Maintain yard inventory of all supplier and AOD owned trailers; keep trailer board up to date and conduct twice weekly trailer sweeps. Retrieve and put away pallets up to 24 feet high using Stand-up fork trucks and Bendi Articulated fork trucks. Assist production operations in various capacities as directed by Plant Administrative Supervisor. Competencies Required for Success Follow through Initiative Organization/Planning Problem solving Judgment / Decision making Knowledge & Experience Dry warehouse experience preferred. Experience with Stand-Up fork trucks and Bendi Articulated fork trucks a must. Inventory management experience in a production environment preferred. Ability to use scan gun to receive and move pallets and to learn and become proficient in the company’s ERP system. Communicate effectively with multiple parties and be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with occasional conflicting time‑sensitive tasks. Detail oriented team member with a strong, honest work ethic and the ability to handle multiple tasks daily. Must be able to take the initiative, work independently and as part of a team. Ability to pass and maintain state forklift safety certification. Good organization skills and solid grasp of the needs of production to keep storage inventory at optimum levels. Microsoft Office and proficiency in Excel preferred. Physical Requirements Must possess the physical ability to work the entire shift on the plant floor working in a cool, wet environment with temperatures ranging between 34-38 degrees. Standing, walking, climbing, repetitive bending, stooping, reaching with arms, grasping with hands and fingers. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must work safely in a fast‑paced environment working around production machines, warehouse equipment, forklifts, large trucks, and tankers. #J-18808-Ljbffr