Material Handler

Ferrero; North Canton (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero is looking for a Material Handler to ensure smooth material flow to production lines. You will prepare staging areas with packaging, raw materials, and WIP per BOM, and operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move goods between floors and trailers.

The role requires basic reading, arithmetic, and the ability to learn RF scanners, plus the stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. PIT certifications or willingness to obtain them are required.

Qualifications

• Able to read Bills of Lading and simple arithmetic.
• Learn and use RF scanners.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for 8+ hours.
• Possess or obtain PIT certifications.
• Understand basic computer principles for receiving and transferring data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain floor stock and WIP in staging locations.
• Stock lines with correct materials per BOM and perform product structure searches.
• Review FIFO for materials to staging.
• Coordinate with Inventory Analyst to ensure adequate materials for production runs.
• Move materials to/from production floor and warehouse.
• Operate forklifts, electric/manual pallet jacks, and other PIT equipment.
• Complete PIT checks before use and ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Reading & arithmetic

RF scanners

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Tools

Powered industrial trucks (PIT)

Job description

About the Role:

We have a current opening for a Material Handler and are actively reviewing applications.

The purpose of this position is to ensure the proper flow of materials to the production lines. The material handler must prepare staging areas prior to production with the appropriate packaging, raw materials, work in process, and other items as delineated in the bill of materials for that item. The Material Handler will operate powered industrial trucks helping to pull products, count aisles, unloading inbound trailers and loading products onto outbound trailers.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform all appropriate inventory system entries to maintain floor stock and WIP (Work In Progress) inventory in each staging location
• Ensure that lines are stocked with the proper amounts and types of materials by performing appropriate product structure searches in inventory.
• Review production dates and FIFO (First In, First Out) systems for materials to be staged to production lines.
• Work closely with PCP (Inventory Analyst) to ensure that all lines have the proper amounf of materials for a given production run prior to production start up.
• Transfer materials to and from the production floor and the appropriate warehouse.
• Utilize appropriate material handling machinery, including, electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks including forklifts, rider pallet jacks and narrow aisle turret trucks.
• Perform all appropriate powered industrial truck checks prior to their use
• Ensure accuracy of all documentation (sort tags, pallet tags, etc.) prior to the movement of any materials, WIP, or finished goods to its appropriate location.

About You:

• Sufficient reading level to understand written requirements and Bills of Lading, and simple arithmetic. 1 to 2 years of related experience.

• Technological knowledge. Need to be able to learn and use RF scanners.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, stand for up to 8+ hours, peripheral and depth perception to properly navigate a powered industrial truck.

• Powered industrial truck certifications or ability to obtain one.

• Sufficient understanding of basic computer principles to properly enter receipt and transfer information.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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