Finished Goods Handler — Forklift & GMP Night Shift

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a dedicated Finished Goods Handler to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on role focuses on material handling, forklift operation, and supporting packaging operations to ensure smooth production.

The position follows a rotating schedule (Fri-Sun and Thu-Sun, 6:00 PM–6:30 AM). You will participate in allergen control, FIFO/FEFO practices, and ensure safety and quality across all shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires basic math and reading skills.
• Must have or be able to obtain a forklift license.
• Knowledge of product quality and basic operations from training.
• Ability to communicate production issues to co-workers and supervision.
• Ability to prioritize workload to satisfy production requirements.
• Commitment to workplace safety and cleanliness.
• Ability to work proactively within a diverse, cross-functional team.
• Flexibility to take on additional responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspects forklifts and reports damage or faulty equipment.
• Supports production with raw materials and finished goods rotation.
• Transports non-conforming goods to the Hold area for disposition.
• Ensures raw ingredients are not mixed with finished goods.
• Transports allergen raw materials to correct storage racks.
• Places finished good allergens in designated spots in the plant.
• Maintains labeling, weighing and organization of materials.
• Adheres to GMPs, OSHA safety, and procedures.
• Provides packaging materials, pallets, and film to production.
• Wraps, tags, and transports finished goods to staging areas.
• Uses FEFO and FIFO principles for materials and finished goods.
• Maintains good housekeeping and consolidates locations.
• Follows allergen control program to avoid cross-contamination.
• Handles, stores, and distributes materials properly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift license

Math and reading skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Team oriented

Multi-tasking

Tools

General mechanic tools

Job description

Utz Quality Foods, Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a dedicated Finished Goods Handler to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on role focuses on material handling, forklift operation, and supporting packaging operations to ensure smooth production.

The position follows a rotating schedule (Fri-Sun and Thu-Sun, 6:00 PM–6:30 AM). You will participate in allergen control, FIFO/FEFO practices, and ensure safety and quality across all shifts.