Floor Planner — Inventory, Safety & Production Support

DeKalb Health; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb Health in Merrillville, IN, is seeking a full-time warehouse team member to support production operations by operating material handling equipment, moving components, and maintaining inventory integrity.

The role requires adherence to HACCP, GMP and food safety standards, ability to stand 12 hours, basic math and computer skills, and willingness to train others. Prior forklift experience is a plus; English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use computer systems.
• Must have basic math skills (with use of a calculator).
• Must be able to read and interpret weight scales and tape measures.
• Must be able to lift up-to 25 pounds consistently and 50 pounds on occasion.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of a 12-hour shift with applicable breaks.
• RF Scanner and/or ERP system experience is a plus.
• Regular and timely attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment to manage components, WIP, finished goods, and other materials in support of production operations.
• Prioritize material handling activities in alignment with operation schedules.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and team members.
• Support and perform inventory activities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Escalate safety, quality, and productivity issues.
• Execute tasks to production schedules and plans.
• Handle, maintain, and use food products and equipment to food safety standards.
• Monitor and report product quality.
• Label and protect products from contamination.
• Monitor and report Non-Conforming Food Production and Equipment Conditions.
• Suggest and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Train and operate material handling equipment.
• Mentor/train fellow team members on proper standards and procedures.
• Complete production reporting in business systems.
• Comply with HACCP, GMP and Food Safety Standards.
• Interpret and adhere to all SOPs.
• Meet daily production KPIs and Objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Basic math

Computer literacy

Scale/tape measure reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanner

ERP system

Forklift experience

Job description

DeKalb Health in Merrillville, IN, is seeking a full-time warehouse team member to support production operations by operating material handling equipment, moving components, and maintaining inventory integrity.

The role requires adherence to HACCP, GMP and food safety standards, ability to stand 12 hours, basic math and computer skills, and willingness to train others. Prior forklift experience is a plus; English proficiency is required.