Material Handler: Fast-Paced Plant Ops & Quality

Heartland Food Products Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Food Products Group in Indianapolis is seeking a Material Handler for our on-site production team. This role supports the manufacturing process by locating and delivering materials, keeping machines fed, and removing finished products for packaging and shipment.

You'll inspect materials for defects, operate equipment, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. The position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to stand for long periods while meeting production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English.
• Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to learn and have attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to work extended hours while standing.
• Must have good job performance and attendance records.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Remove materials and products from machines and equipment, and place them in boxes, trucks or conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
• Push dual control buttons and move controls in order to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
• Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.
• Load materials and products into machines and equipment, or onto conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
• Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
• Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Fasten, package, or stack materials and products, using hand tools and fastening equipment.
• Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
• Add chemicals, solutions, or ingredients to machines or equipment as required by the manufacturing process.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Stand for long periods

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Heartland Food Products Group in Indianapolis is seeking a Material Handler for our on-site production team. This role supports the manufacturing process by locating and delivering materials, keeping machines fed, and removing finished products for packaging and shipment.

You'll inspect materials for defects, operate equipment, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. The position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to stand for long periods while meeting production goals.