Material Handler

Description  Lactalis Group, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do.If you re looking for a unique experience with a company that offers strong brands, professional expertise, and a dynamic work environment that champions entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on responsibility, and real opportunity for career development, we want to hear from youAt Lactalis US Yogurt, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your EXPERTISE  You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.SUMMARY:As a Material Handler, you are a vital part vital part of our team In this position, you will be responsible for receiving raw materials, supplying production with raw materials, performing cycle counts, maintaining orderly warehouse and operating power industrial equipment (training provided).ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality, as applicable and defined in plant and department procedures.Stage or deliver raw materials needed for all production lines on a daily basis including cups, lids, fruit, and cardboard.Work with other Material Handlers and filler operators to ensure materials needed are staged in a timely fashion.Receive in-coming raw materials and supplies.Use handheld device receive and transfer inventory items in and out of warehouse stock.Facilitate raw material cycle counts and assist in reconciling inventory to aid Procurement in the release of purchase orders.Maintain the organization and cleanliness of all dry goods warehouse.Check for shortages and reject damaged goods on incoming freight deliveries.Build various raw material orders to be shipped to co-packers.Keep recycling area presentable at all times and accurately complete the proper waste tracking forms.Unload collected recyclable material into balers and other dedicated recycling bins.Maintain records and documents as necessary.Receive plant chemicals and transfer them into secondary storage containers.Prepare collection bins as needed. Operate the bin washer if necessary.Create bales of plastic & cardboard from the vertical balers, and manually bale rebox cardboard.Operate power industrial equipment such as forklifts, tuggers, crane, balers, compactor and bin washer in a safe manner at all times.Perform other duties as assigned.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requires the ability to consistently stand.Requires the ability to sit occasionally.Requires the ability to consistently walk.Requires the use of hands/fingers to handle or feel is consistent.The ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The ability to occasionally operate powered equipment.Requires the ability to lift and/or carry weight up to 50 pounds.The ability to push/pull weight up to 50 pounds.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in this work environment is occasionally high.The position experiences interruptions during the day consistently.The requirement to work overtime in this environment is occasional.The ability to wear personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety shoes, hair nets, safety vests and bump caps is (choose one) consistently.Ability work in an open and collaborative environment with no private offices is consistent.WORK SCHEDULE:Yes - you read that right Our two week rotation in Production allows our team members to have every other Friday, Saturday, Sunday offWe run 12 hour shifts - Week 1: 48 Hours, Week 2: 36 hoursWeek 1: Sat - On, Sun - On, Mon - Off, Tues - Off, Wed - On Thurs - On, Fri - OffWeek 2: Sat - Off, Sun - Off, Mon - On, Tues - On, Wed - Off, Thurs - Off, Fri - OnQUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GED required.1-3 years prior experience in material handling or warehouse environment preferred.Prior use of powered industrial equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks and high lifts recommended, but not requiredStrong organizational and math skills.Experience using warehouse management systems and RF handheld technology.Ability to flex schedule and work overtime as business needs.Ability to manage time, work in a fast paced environment and communicate concerns in a timely manner.Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints.Ability to operate in a team environment.Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIESProactively work in a safe manner in the context of performing the functions of the position.Oversee the implementation and adherence to Stonyfield safety practices and programs and hold fellow staff accountable.Report any unsafe conditions or practices to management so they may be appropriately addressed.BenefitsThe following are just a few of the amazing benefits we have to offer:Lactalis will invest 3% of your annual salary into your 401K - even if you do not participate in the program The company will also match up to 4% of your contributions. (that's up to 7% company contribution to YOUR future).Referral Bonus programs ($750-2000)Comprehensive Medical, Dental and VisionFSA & HSA programsEducation Assistance ProgramPTO and Floating Holiday sPremium Pay (time and a half) paid when employees work Core Holiday s