Material Handler

We are looking for a Material Handler for Day Shift, 6am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday.

The Material Handler is responsible for the daily transactions of raw materials and finished goods to support the Production Team. The position is chiefly responsible for detailed process work, including posting raw material to finished goods and material movement/transactions in the company ERP system, Great Plains. This position models and advocates continuous improvement, quality and safety.

KEY DUTIES:

• Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies.
• Handle high-dollar materials and product; fragile equipment or supplies.
• Counts, weighs, and/or measures incoming or outgoing materials and products to compare identifying information to the system inventory counts.
• Examines material/product for damage or shortages.
• Completes paperwork required for documentation.
• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock, materials and re-organize storage.
• Performs vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Ability to drive 24 foot box truck or equivalent regularly.
• Fills material requirement orders and issues supplies per requests. Documents transactions appropriately; prepare requisitions and package/pallet markings.
• Utilizes computerized or automated systems to accomplish tasks.
• Posting of manufacturing orders in company ERP, Great Plains. Investigates discrepancies to resolution.
• Possess strong knowledge of DLC work/product flow, greens, greens receiving, batching, allocation, scheduling, shipping and finished products.
• Prioritize safety; understand the requirements for creating and maintaining a safe workplace. Participate in safety meetings, draft safety policy, model and advocate diligent attention to safety.
• Timely reporting on activities/status to internal customers.
• Troubleshoot and communicate issues with team and arrive at acceptable resolutions.
• Review all shortages against demand and work closely with the Operations Team to resolve issues.
• Work closely with Inventory Manager and QC Manager to minimize inventory discrepancies.
• Required knowledge and comprehension of all DLC QA standards / SQF Policies.
• Step into production roles as business needs arise.
• Every employee has a responsibility to report employee safety, food safety and/or quality concerns to the Quality/Safety Manager immediately upon identification.

POSITION SKILL/COMPETENCY:

• Competent and capable leader who demonstrates the ability to work, communicate and establish a solid, respectful rapport with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Proven attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and/or priorities and easily adapt to changing situations in support of a high volume production operation.
• Strong communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Possess personal and professional integrity.
• Possess communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Operate potentially dangerous equipment in a safe manner.
• Ability to work efficiently and safely.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to varying weather temperatures and dust.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or college degree preferred.
• Experience in a food related manufacturing/production environment.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License, exemplary driving record.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person