Material Handler (176537)

Colgate Palmolive; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive’s Sanford, Maine facility is seeking a Material Handler to move and control materials, perform put-away, shipping, and inventory tasks, and support safety and quality goals. The role is 2nd shift, 3pm–11:30pm Monday–Friday, with SAP/WMS transactions, forklift operation, and adherence to cGMP, MSBs, and EH&S requirements.

Colgate-Palmolive offers benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave, reflecting our

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• 0–2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Able to work any shift, weekends, and mandatory overtime as needed.
• Proficient with computers, data entry, and basic software.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, initiative, and work standards.

Responsibilities

• Move materials through receiving, staging, put-away, and shipping.
• Operate SAP/WMS transactions and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Conduct housekeeping, quality checks, and adherence to cGMP and MSBs.
• Support safety programs and environmental health & safety requirements.
• Assist with continuous improvement and problem solving in daily operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Basic math

SAP knowledge

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

WMS

Scanner

Job description

Career Opportunities: Material Handler (176537)

Requisition ID176537-Posted10/06/2026-Supply Chain/Manufacturing-United States-Maine-Sanford-Tom's of Maine-No Travel

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#176537 - Sanford, Maine, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Tom’s of Maine products – including toothpaste, deodorant, mouthwash, bar soap and toothbrushes – are sold across the United States and Canada. And because we are so committed to giving back, we donate 10% of our profits to charitable organizations, and our employees can use 5% of their paid time volunteering for causes they are passionate about.

The Material Handler is responsible for activities that support the movement and control of materials in the facility. This role works together with a team to achieve business objectives of safety, quality, productivity, customer service, cost, and environmental protection. The material handler works within a structure that requires strong partnership with support functions and with other team members to manage workflow.

This will be a 2nd shift position with working hours from 3pm to 11:30pm Monday - Friday.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Safety - Ensure all EOHS requirements (Environmental Occupational Health and Safety) are met while handling materials and operating equipment.

Quality - Ensure all quality systems such as Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) are followed during all material movements and housekeeping processes.

Productivity – Work with the material handler team to ensure all material movements and SAP transactions are complete to meet production and shipping needs.

Leadership – Promote teamwork to achieve all goals for the warehouse and the facility. Take initiative to identify issues and offer continuous improvement actions in safety, quality, and productivity.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES :

Material movement activities including the receiving, sampling, staging of materials for production. Put-away, shipping, inventory control, housekeeping, warehousing maintenance, recycling/waste transport, problem solving, and continuous improvement.

EOHS responsibilities include understanding and adherence to all facility requirements such as Minimum Safe Behaviors (MSBs), proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and compliance with all storage and disposal requirements.

Equipment responsibilities include safe operation, maintenance, and site training for all powered lifts. Also responsible for racking, docks, stretch wrapping, sampling, and labeling systems.

Quality responsibilities include receiving inspections, sampling, daily housekeeping, and cGMP/Micro compliance for all material storage.

Control inventory via accurate physical and SAP/Warehouse Management System (WMS) tracking of the quantity and movement of every material.

Receiving, shipping, staging, of materials; use of scanner; perform bin control, confirmations, inventory reporting/adjustments, and troubleshooting.

Perform housekeeping protocols/audits, management of storage areas, visual workplace (VWP) continuous improvement, and driver hosting.

KEY COMPETENCIES :

Attention to detail with the ability to follow all procedures

Neatly, accurately and precisely documenting tasks

Utilize basic math skills during batch control to ensure accurate inventories of each material

Computer skills to operate controls (such as scale interface, handheld scanner, SAP computer transactions, computer email).

Aptitude to quickly learn new relevant computer skills.

Strong communication skills with ability to understand and assess team production performance via visual, written, and verbal communications.

Problem solving skills to apply data-driven continuous improvement tools such as Root Cause Analyses to resolve issues and improve results.

Leadership to take initiative for continuous improvement and act according to Managing With Respect principles.

Teamwork to work closely with others to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Must be able to work any shift, weekends and mandatory overtime as needed.

Proficient with computers, software, and data processing.

Demonstrated competency of Attention to Detail, Work Standards, Initiative and Managing Work

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to climb stairs and ladders, bend to 90 degrees repeatedly

Ability to operate a forklift and comply with all forklift safety regulations

Preferred:

GMP and/or consumer goods manufacturing experience a plus

Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Previous Material handling experience preferred

Demonstrated competency in problem solving/decision making, effective communication, results oriented, and job fit

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $23.50 - $23.50 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.