2nd Shift Material Handler

Colgate; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated 2nd Shift Material Handler to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient movement and control of materials within the facility, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the company's mission of making positive change through innovative products. With a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement, you'll play a vital role in achieving business objectives while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. If you're ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Paid sick leave

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for material movement activities including receiving and shipping.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality systems in the facility.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Computer skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP/Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 2006, we made our mark making natural products like toothpaste and deodorant. But what is most important to us? We work to make positive change by doing good and you’ll see that focus in our products, our partnerships, and our people.

We strive to make products that are good for us and good for the planet. We are experts at combining scientific know-how with naturally derived and sourced ingredients to make products that really work.

We donate 10% of our profits to nonprofits addressing issues facing our health, our environment and our kids. Our employees are encouraged to use 5% of their paid time volunteering in their local community. And as a Certified B corporation we are held to the highest social and environmental standards. So you know if we say something is important, we're doing something about it.

A career at Tom’s is one that encourages teamwork, flexibility, and big ideas that help us do better. As a part of the Colgate-Palmolive family, we offer great opportunities for people looking for global experience through work that is challenging and always rewarding.

Job Title: 2nd Shift Material Handler

Travel Required?: No Travel

Date: Apr 23, 2025

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#166736 - Sanford, Maine, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

The Material Handler is responsible for activities that support the movement and control of materials in the facility. This role works together with a team to achieve business objectives of safety, quality, productivity, customer service, cost, and environmental protection.

This will be a second shift position working Monday - Friday from 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. with occasional overtime on Saturdays.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Material movement activities including the receiving, sampling, staging of materials for production. Put-away, shipping, inventory control, housekeeping, warehousing maintenance, recycling/waste transport, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
2. EOHS responsibilities include understanding and adherence to all facility requirements such as Minimum Safe Behaviors (MSBs), proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and compliance with all storage and disposal requirements.
3. Equipment responsibilities include safe operation, maintenance, and site training for all powered lifts. Also responsible for racking, docks, stretch wrapping, sampling, and labeling systems.
4. Quality responsibilities include receiving inspections, sampling, daily housekeeping, and cGMP/Micro compliance for all material storage.
5. Control inventory via accurate physical and SAP/Warehouse Management System (WMS) tracking of the quantity and movement of every material.
6. Receiving, shipping, staging, of materials; use of scanner; perform bin control, confirmations, inventory reporting/adjustments, and troubleshooting.
7. Perform housekeeping protocols/audits, management of storage areas, visual workplace (VWP) continuous improvement, and driver hosting.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

1. Attention to detail with the ability to follow all procedures.
2. Neatly, accurately and precisely documenting tasks.
3. Utilize basic math skills during batch control to ensure accurate inventories of each material.
4. Computer skills to operate controls (such as scale interface, handheld scanner, SAP computer transactions, computer email).
5. Aptitude to quickly learn new relevant computer skills.
6. Strong communication skills with ability to understand and assess team production performance via visual, written, and verbal communications.
7. Problem solving skills to apply data-driven continuous improvement tools such as Root Cause Analyses to resolve issues and improve results.
8. Leadership to take initiative for continuous improvement and act according to Managing With Respect principles.
9. Teamwork to work closely with others to achieve shared goals.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of 1 year experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment preferred, including experience with safety and quality systems required, preferably in a Material Handling capacity.
2. Demonstrated computer skills to use SAP/WMS System for transactions and troubleshooting.
3. Skill at adding/subtracting/multiplying/dividing with consistent accuracy.
4. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
5. Ability to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly with or without accommodation.
6. Ability to work on feet for extended periods in a fast-paced environment with or without accommodation.
7. Ability to meet shift requirements with excellent attendance.
8. Ability to work mandatory overtime including weekend work when needed.
9. Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $23.00 - $23.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.