Material Handler: Forklift & Inventory Specialist – Day Shift

International Flavors and Fragrances; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in South Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a Material Handler (Receiving Operator) to support manufacturing and packaging on a day shift, ensuring safe stock handling and accurate inventory. You will be trained to operate forklifts, perform receiving tasks, pick and weigh materials, load/unload trucks, and use WMS to track items.

This role offers the chance to contribute to high-visibility fragrance production within a global leader, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and move materials (frequently up to 50 lbs / 23 kg).
• Experience with forklifts or material-handling equipment (may require certification).
• Basic computer and inventory-tracking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments and verify quantities.
• Sampling of raw materials and unloading trailers
• Work picking and weighing out materials
• Load and unload trucks.
• Move materials to storage or production areas.
• Pick and stage materials for production or shipping.
• Operate equipment such as: Forklift, Pallet jacks or Hand truck
• Maintain inventory accuracy and perform cycle counts.
• Use warehouse management systems (WMS) or scanners to track inventory.
• Follow safety procedures and keep work areas organized.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Material handling

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

WMS software

Barcode scanners

Forklift certification

Job description

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in South Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a Material Handler (Receiving Operator) to support manufacturing and packaging on a day shift, ensuring safe stock handling and accurate inventory. You will be trained to operate forklifts, perform receiving tasks, pick and weigh materials, load/unload trucks, and use WMS to track items.

This role offers the chance to contribute to high-visibility fragrance production within a global leader, with a commitment to