Material Handler

Denali Ingredients; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Denali Ingredients in New Berlin is seeking a Material Handler to coordinate, stage, and document material flow throughout production stages. The position involves supporting production efforts, processing finished goods, and ensuring workplace safety.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, one year of related experience, and the ability to operate a forklift. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential. Join us in fostering a safe and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a forklift operator course and certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Stage and organize materials for production.
• Process finished goods and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain safety protocols for workplace and materials.

Skills

Safety prioritization

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year related experience

Tools

Forklift

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summary

The Material Handler works with, coordinates, stages, organizes, and documents the flow of materials in all stages of production (RAW, WIP, FG). This includes assisting with all material supply and any other operational areas as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Support Production

• Staging materials and supplies in accordance with batch instructions
• Ensure items, lots, and quantities are pulled, scanned, or reported in the ERP system
• Pull and load warehouse transfers to other plants and locations
• Organize Work‑in‑Process (WIP) items for operators at workstations
• Return unused materials/supplies from production to appropriate bin locations in Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Process Finished Goods

• Wrapping & Palletizing
• Labeling to customer specifications
• Storing in Finished Goods Warehouse using First‑In, First‑Out (FIFO) and documenting location in WMS
• Pull partial Finished Goods pallets to production for completion
• Follow and adhere to the process for Quality Holds
• Perform 5S activities by keeping work areas, facility, and warehouses clean and organized
• Perform daily cycle counts as instructed
• Support shipping and receiving as directed
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Perform essential job functions satisfactorily
• Maintain consistent state of alertness and safety in performing job functions
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

Ensure Workplace Safety

• Demonstrate and drive behaviors that result in zero accidents and injuries; prioritize employee safety as number one

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One‑year related experience
• Ability to pass a forklift operator course and be certified to drive a forklift
• Other education and experience combinations that are equivalent or exceed the above standard
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Results‑driven with good work ethic
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Ability to prioritize tasks and shift between them quickly
• Previous operations or warehouse experience desired

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and use hands to handle objects or controls. They must occasionally stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders and lift and/or manually move up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 100 pounds occasionally. The employee must possess adequate vision for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Language Skills

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning Ability

• Apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations

Other Qualifications

• Operate various tools and equipment, including a computer, hoist, hand truck, and small hand tools
• Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Tropos, and Warehouse Management System (WMS) preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Denali Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of belonging through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant and believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all.

Legal Disclaimer

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.