Material Handler I 1st Shift

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

FSAs

Disability and life insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC is seeking a Material Handler I for first shift in Watertown, WI to support shipping and receiving operations. You’ll move materials with PIVs, scan using handheld devices, and help assemble customer orders while upholding safety and quality standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, inventory accuracy, and timely product flow. You’ll work in a cold environment with potential for a monthly bonus and comprehensive benefits as part of Johnsonville's safety‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping/warehouse with PIVs preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification and maintain a good safety record.
• SAP experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Driving PIV standing forklifts to move materials within the facility.
• Using handheld scanning devices to move materials within the SAP system.
• Assemble customer orders and keep order pickers supplied with necessary product.
• Maintain high standards of detail related to product specifications and quality.
• Participate in daily meetings and project teams.
• Communicate with other departments regarding schedule changes.
• Pull spice and stage for the next day’s run.
• Communicate and work with truck drivers for delivery and pickup.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Skills

Time management

Professional development

Goal setting

Cross-training

Motivation

Safety

Tools

SAP

Job description

Career Opportunities: Material Handler I 1st Shift (53945)

As a member of our supply chain team, you’ll ensure our customers receive noticeably better service and that our products are delivered accurately and on time. With great attention to detail, while still seeing the big picture, you’ll ensure all elements of the distribution process are considered and accounted for. Additionally, you’ll assist our operations team in obtaining the lowest industry cost. Working closely with internal partners, customers and vendors, you’ll provide a seamless and hassle-free logistics process.

Position Overview

This position is mainly located in our shipping and receiving area. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety, quality, and attendance requirements. In addition, this candidate will establish and sustain effective relationships with all Members so that they may work together to promote innovation and cooperation in order to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Driving PIV standing forklifts to move materials within the facility. This includes spending a significant time in the freezer rotating product for storage and shipment
• Using handheld scanning devices to move materials within the SAP system
• Consistently handle “great tasting” sausage and raw material goods
• Have an impact on customer success by productively assembling customer orders and keeping order pickers supplied with necessary product
• Maintaining the highest standards of detail as it relates to product specifications and quality
• Actively participate in daily meetings and project teams
• Work as a team by helping fellow team members who may need help
• Communicate with other departments regarding schedule changes
• Pull spice and stage for the next day’s run
• Communicating and working with truck drivers for delivery and pickup of goods
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as needed

Experience

• Experience working in a shipping/warehouse environment utilizing PIVs, highly preferred
• Ability to obtain forklift certification and maintain a good safety record
• SAP experience preferred but not required

Skills

• Time Management for effective flow
• Possess an unending commitment to personal and professional development thru technical/non-technical training efforts
• Set goals and objectives; both personal and as a team member to acquire "superlative" performance to support The Johnsonville Way
• Ability to cross-train within different areas of the shipping department
• Member must be highly motivated, willingness to provide/share ideas and solutions, and possess a high level of expectations
• Owning the safety of oneself and fellow team members
• Based on business necessity, must be proficient in English.

Physical Demands

• Must be willing to work in very cold working conditions pulling product (our freezer gets as cold as -20°F)
• Must be able to lift and hand grip up to 40 lbs, carry 10 lbs, and pull 20 lbs
• Walking and/or Standing throughout the shift
• Bending and/or Reaching throughout the shift

Other Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to pass a pre-employment, post offer drug screen, physical and background check

Benefits and Compensation

• Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match
• Affordable medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability and life insurance
• Fertility and adoption assistance
• Competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.