Material Handler 3rd Shift - CT - IMMEDIATE OPENING

Universal Pure, LLC; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Pure, LLC is hiring for a Warehouse/Forklift role in Meriden, Connecticut, with immediate offers. The position requires 3+ years of forklift experience and involves operating in a cold environment. Competitive pay starts at $19/hour with various benefits, including medical and 401(k) options.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Attendance bonus

Qualifications

• 3+ years MHE/forklift experience required.
• Experience using warehouse management and inventory systems is preferred.
• Refrigeration or manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load and unload materials.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accuracy.
• Follow health and safety standards while working.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to communicate in English

Basic mental math

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Hiring immediately, speedy interview process offers made on the spot, start right away!

At Universal Pure, we’re dedicated to giving people everywhere safe, fresh, and delicious food to eat and drink. We provide high-pressure processing (HPP), value-added services, and cold storage for our partners in the food industry. We are focused on safety and driven by service.

Join the Food Manufacturing Industry in a Manufacturing, Production, Warehouse-type role!

Wage range starts at $19.00 per hour. Range based on knowledge, skills and abilities

3rd Shift Schedule - Sunday through Thursday, overtime on Fridays and Saturdays, 10:30 pm - 7:00 am

Warehouse / Forklift Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use a forklift or other power equipment to load, unload, move, stack, stage and count product and materials

• Performing inventory counts for accuracy and discrepancies

• Shipping and receiving duties as assigned

• Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving and put-a-way

• Safe and efficient operation of the vehicle

• Perform order filler and checker duties

• Maintain equipment and perform pre-operation checks according to policy

• Following health, safety, and cleanliness standards

• Able to handle any minor task related to the role

Warehouse / Forklift Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High School Diploma/GED

• 3+ years MHE/forklift experience

• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Experience using warehouse management and inventory systems

• Refrigeration, warehouse, production or manufacturing experience preferred

• Ability to perform basic mental math

• Ability to communicate in English (speak, read, and write)

• Ability to balance productivity, quality and safety

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Warehouse / Forklift Work Environment:

• This role operates in a wet and cold/refrigerated environment (around 34 degrees F) located within manufacturing, warehousing, and production type facility. Must be able to withstand cold temperatures for 8-10 hours a day.

• Must be able to drive Electric Pallet Jack, Standup and Sit down forklift

Warehouse / Forklift Physical Demands:

• This is largely a static role withstanding, however, the ability to perform repetitive bending and standing up is also required. This would require the ability to lift 10-35 lbs. repetitively and up to 45 lbs. occasionally. Must also be able to push/pull up to 250 lbs. on rollers occasionally.

At Universal Pure we offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other health benefits. We also offer a 401(k) with a company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and an attendance bonus. We are developing an effective, caring, and respectful team both in the HR department and across the organization and seek to add new employees who feel the same.

Allergen Statement:

Hourly Employees: Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and or store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by FDA, team members who may come in direct contact, must be able to work with these ingredients.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability."

"Upon offer of employment, candidates will be asked to complete a drug screening and background screening. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of both of these tests. Marijuana/THC will NOT disqualify an applicant."