Material Handling Specialist

Material HandlerSince 1935, GNC has been a global leader in health and wellness innovation, inspiring people to achieve their goals with a trusted and dynamic range of products. As #TeamGNC, we prioritize our consumers, constantly collaborating and developing new ideas to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Our team is passionate about driving change and turning aspirations into actions. We believe that good health is the greatest gift, and there's nothing more rewarding than helping others achieve it. Join us in empowering others to Live Well!In addition to competitive hourly pay, eligible Distribution Center team members who consistently exceed productivity expectations may earn additional performance based incentive pay. Team members who consistently exceed productivity expectations while maintaining quality and safety standards are rewarded through GNC's incentive program, creating the opportunity to significantly increase their earnings.This is a Hourly PositionAs a Material Handler at GNC, you will play a vital role in the supply chain process by ensuring the efficient loading/unloading of trailers and overall movement of product throughout the distribution center. Our Supply Chain team members embody GNC's "Live Well" philosophy--living strong, living long, and living fit. In our distribution centers, everyone plays a critical role in fostering a culture of winning, executing goals at the highest standards, and supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce.This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Physical Aspects/Work Environment:Regularly requires standing, walking, sitting, and various movements such as reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, along with talking and hearing.Ability to lift and/or move items up to 75 pounds regularly.Repetitively maneuvering and handling of product up to 75 pounds.Vision requirements: Requires close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions, moving parts, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical shock risks, and toxic or caustic chemicals.Work environment typically has low to moderate noise levels.Operating some Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) may require working at heights of up to 32 feet.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.Qualifications:Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform job duties effectively.Preferred 3+ months of experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or a similar field.Ability to use hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools and forklifts.Ability to become certified as a Powered Industrial Equipment (PIT) operator and complete in-house machinery certifications.Capable of working independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Initiative-taking with a strong focus on accuracy, deadlines, and reporting.Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.Able to read, write, and understand simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English sufficiently to follow instructions, communicate effectively, and perform job duties safely and accurately.Willingness to work overtime as needed.General Nutrition Centers International is an Equal Opportunity Employer