Material Handler

The J.M. Smucker Company; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The J. M. Smucker Co. is hiring for a warehouse associate in Arkansas. You will handle receiving, storage and movement of materials, operate a walk-behind forklift, and ensure FIFO and proper labeling of pallets. The role requires following daily production schedules and assisting other areas as needed.

Candidates should be able to read paperwork, use Proficy, and lift up to 50 lbs. High school diploma or GED is required, with 12-hour shifts and a safety‑driven mindset.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and manage paperwork.
• Must know how to use Proficy.
• Must be able to operate an automatic walk behind hand truck.
• Must be able to push, pull and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supply all products from receiving/shipping/storage to the correct line/area.
• Unloading inbound materials and some LTL.
• Clear areas of trash and move to proper areas.
• Record materials moved or used during shift.
• Verify materials received by supplier.
• Store materials in correct areas and manage FIFO.
• Label pallets and ensure quantities match.
• Review daily production schedules to plan unloading.
• Support other areas as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Proficy

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supplying all products (raw and packaging materials) from the receiving, shipping and storage area to the correct line/area.


• Clearing areas of trash and moving it to proper areas. (Transfer, receiving dock, etc.)


• The transfer of receiving goods to correct storage area.


• Verifying of all materials received by supplier.


• Documenting any/all materials moved or used during shift.


• Unloading of all inbound materials and some LTL.


• Operators must write the SKU designation on each pallet received for ease of identification.


• Forklift operators apply printed bar code labels to each pallet, verifying quantities match.


• Operators review the daily production schedules and determine what material is to be unloaded for the day. The unloading plan is verified by supervision.


• Take off any material or product from the dock and store it in the proper area.


• Separate cardboard from other foreign materials to be loaded into a baler.


• Remove waste from the floor and place it in a proper disposal bin.


• Help logistics wrap bulk, stock, and stock rotation


• Must be able to push, pull and lift 50LBS.


• Will be responsible for FIFO. (First in, First out)


• May be asked to support other areas in need.


• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour shift


• Able to read and manage paperwork.


• Trained by qualified job trainer for time designated by training plan.


• Must have high school diploma or GED


• Must know how to use Proficy


• Must be able to operate an automatic walk behind hand truck

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role

• Experienced in Food environment desired.

Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Learn more about working at Smucker: Helping our Employees Thrive Delivering on Our Purpose Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All Follow us on LinkedIn®

The Right Place for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Learn more about working at Smucker: Helping our Employees Thrive Delivering on Our Purpose Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All Follow us on LinkedIn® We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. We’re a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success. Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company. Learn more about our hiring process The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.