Day-Shift Material Handler: Climate-Controlled Warehouse

Mars Incorporated; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Annual performance bonus

Medical, Vision & Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Parental Leave

Mars University training

Onsite gym

Job summary

Mars Petcare – Greenies facility in North Kansas City seeks a Material Handler for day shift. The role covers end-to-end logistics, including receiving materials, moving inventory with a forklift, and preparing shipments in a temperature-controlled plant.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with opportunities to work cross-functionally with production, purchasing, and QA teams. Eligible candidates with military logistics experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in warehouse logistics, receiving, shipping, or material handling.
• Demonstrated experience operating a forklift safely in an industrial/warehouse setting.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory logs.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify all incoming raw materials and packaging against POs and shipping manifests.
• Safely unload inbound trucks with a forklift and transfer materials to storage locations.
• Perform quality checks on incoming materials and verify supplier paperwork.
• Operate material handling equipment to move inventory, WIP, and finished goods.
• Stage, build, and load outbound trailers with proper weight distribution.
• Maintain accurate shipping/receiving paperwork and inventory records.
• Adhere to GMPs, food safety, and site safety programs.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Good math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Mars Petcare – Greenies facility in North Kansas City seeks a Material Handler for day shift. The role covers end-to-end logistics, including receiving materials, moving inventory with a forklift, and preparing shipments in a temperature-controlled plant.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with opportunities to work cross-functionally with production, purchasing, and QA teams. Eligible candidates with military logistics experience are encouraged to apply.