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About the Role

The Material Handler reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor and is responsible for using a forklift to support the movement of materials from receiving, through the manufacturing process, and then finished product from shipping. The candidate will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and other logistics personnel. This is a third shift opportunity.

Responsibilities

Use forklift to load/unload trucks or containers, move items into or out of production, and into or out of storage (vertical racking, flow racking, in ambient or freezer locations).
Inspect trucks or containers prior to loading/unloading.
Issue components and uses forklift to stage materials for production.
Use forklift to move garbage, waste, etc.
Safely operate equipment (Sit down/Stand up forklift, pallet jack, etc.) to accomplish job tasks.
Perform equipment inspections prior to use.
Use scanning equipment or completes manual entries to ensure accurate and timely tracking of inventory.
Process accurate incoming receipts and outgoing shipments.
Attach identifying tags to boxes or marks them with identifying information.
Operate, changeover, clean, and troubleshoot palletizing equipment.
Keep warehouse clean and organized to ensure a safe work environment.
Assist in cycle counts and physical inventories.
Support general housekeeping and sanitation within the work area.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Basic computer skills required (ex. typing)
Ability to read and write in English language required
Experience in light industrial or warehousing preferred.
Previous material handling equipment (forklift) experience a plus
Experience using warehouse systems (ex. SAP, Oracle)
Experience with RF guns or Voice Pick
Able to set clearly defined objectives, establish priorities, plan activities and projects, and manage time effectively.
Monitor progress against deadlines and milestones.
Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and results orientation.
Proactive approach to issue/opportunity identification and resolution.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Committed to making safe food for babies and toddlers.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs individually.
Required to work in a food manufacturing environment that requires hairnet, beard cover, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes and uniform.
Restrictions include wearing of jewelry, nail polish and acrylic nails.
Other personal protection equipment may be required for certain tasks.
Manufacturing floor is not climate controlled, so it is generally warm in the summer and cool in the winter, and material handlers work in/out of coolers.

Skills

Forklift operation
Material handling
Scanning equipment
Inventory tracking
Palletizing equipment operation
Warehouse systems
RF guns
Voice Pick

Location

Amsterdam, New York

Work Type

Full-time
Third shift

Experience Level

Preferred experience in light industrial or warehousing
Previous material handling equipment (forklift) experience a plus

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

$24.87 per hour, + shift differentials if applicable ($0.60 for 2nd shift & $0.65 for 3rd), overtime calculated daily, pay is weekly.

Benefits

Comprehensive union-benefit package (enrollment is mandatory)
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription coverage for you and your dependents
Union pension plan
Dental coverage
Access to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Paid floating holiday
New York State paid sick time
Paid vacation after the first year (starting with one week) and opportunity to earn up to a maximum of six weeks after twenty-five years of service
Access to robust on-the-job (OTJ) training programs
Access to the Nourish Others Learning Lab with computer stations for online learning (LMS)
Opportunities to volunteer and support the local community
Generous maternity/paternity benefits
Baby food coupon program until your child’s 2nd birthday
Service awards
Perfect attendance incentive program
Company-provided uniforms & PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Safety shoe reimbursement
On-site fitness center
On-site café catered by Mazzone Hospitality - PRIME Business Dining
On-site Company Store
A private on-site Mother’s Room to support nursing mothers and pumping needs at work

About the Company

One of America’s leading companies providing nutritious, safe, wholesome foods for babies using real ingredients, gently cooked, with non-GMO. Natural or organic ingredients in almost all our products.
Mission: Delight Consumers by Conserving the Goodness of Nature.
Values: Create wow, Everyone Hero, Nourish others, & Take Responsibility.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Beech-Nut Nutrition Company will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, and veteran or disability status.