Material Handler I (S1304)

WellPet, LLC; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD & D

401k

Job summary

Wellness Pet Company in Minnesota is seeking a Material Handler I to support warehouse operations on a full-time, hourly basis.

You will be responsible for shipping, receiving, inventory accuracy, and safe forklift operation after training, using ERP and scanner tools to process transactions while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Competitive benefits included. The role emphasizes teamwork and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and understand English.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with scanners and PITs preferred.
• High School education or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Wrap outgoing pallets and label them for destination.
• Load and unload trucks safely and manage inventory.
• Receive materials into ERP and perform inbound checks.
• Use scanners to process transactions.
• Operate forklifts after training and follow safety rules.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe work areas.
• Follow safety, quality and food safety procedures.
• Assist in production as needed.

Skills

English literacy

Microsoft Suite

Forklift operation

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

WMS/TraceGains

Scanner

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

$21.50/hour

• Medical
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• AD & D
• 401k

About the Wellness Pet Company

The Wellness Pet Company is on a mission. Every day, we strive to make the best pet food scientifically proven to deliver a difference pets will feel and pet parents will see. We are a team united by a shared passion for pets and the people who love them. As a community of people working together, Wellies start and end with the consumer - always. At Wellness, we bring our best, stay on the scent of what matters most, get hungry and dig deep to uncover new possibilities, and move with agility when opportunity arises. Above all, we believe the strongest results come from working together and winning as a pack. Sound good to you? Come for a walk with us today!

What You’ll Accomplish

• Working with a dedicated team with a customer focus
• Safe operation of all PIT for self and others, loading and unloading trucks with a focus on inventory management procedures

Who We’re Looking For

Team Wellie is a group of people who are truly obsessed with all the best ways about winning for the consumer and the pets they love. And so, we are seeking an individual who:

• Brings their best
• Stays on the scent
• Gets hungry and digs deep
• Is quick on their paws
• Wins as a pack

In addition, for this specific role, we need someone who:

• Has basic computer skills with Microsoft Suite
• Has a background with scanners and PITs
• High School Education or equivalent

Why Wellness Pet?

We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally. More information about what makes us special can be found on our website. The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Position Summary

Material Handler I is a full-time hourly position responsible for assisting the warehouse department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Shipping

• Wrap outgoing pallets making sure product is protected and pallets are sturdy.
• Clearly labeling all outgoing pallets appropriate to destination.
• Complete shipment requests in TMS system.
• Complete outbound orders by following pick list and pulling corresponding materials.
• Load trucks in a safe manner, following company quality and safety policies.
• Communicate with drivers making sure the correct pallets are loaded.
• Complete orders using ERP system, using a computer and scanner.
• Use UPS/FedEx to ship small parcel packages as needed.

Receiving

• Unload trucks in a safe manner while following company policies.
• Count incoming freight for correct counts and inspect for damages.
• Document inbound material damages for credit claims.
• Collect appropriate paperwork for each incoming product/material.
• Follow internal process to label all inbound materials.
• Re-palletize any materials, as necessary.
• Wrap pallets of incoming materials, as necessary.
• Receive materials into ERP system using a computer and scanner.
• Label each pallet of inbound material with required information.
• Use TraceGains system to verify supplier approval and obtain expiry date information.
• Perform inventory counts on-site and off-site.
• Move inventory as needed for production using first expired materials.
• Follow internal process to label all finished goods.
• Move materials to stock locations.
• Move finished goods to stock locations.

Misc.

• Assist with wrapping and tagging of all pallets of finished product.
• Safely operate sit down electric forklift, stand up reach forklift, scissor lifts and electric pallet jacks upon completing company training courses.
• Learn to safely operate a dock truck.
• Assist in production departments as needed.
• Operate scanner to process transactions in WADACO (WMS)
• All other duties as assigned.
• Assist with maintaining organized, clean, and safe work areas and equipment.
• Move items from drop zones or storage areas to other designated areas as needed.
• Sweep and mop area, as necessary.
• Dispose of recyclables as well as garbage as needed in the proper receptacles.
• Wear the proper safety equipment and follow proper safety rules.

Safety

• Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Environmental Health & Safety Manager.
• Responsible to participate in mandatory safety training program requirements.
• Responsible for pedestrian safety at all times when operating heavy equipment.
• Required to report all safety issues, near misses, and injuries.

Quality & Food Safety

• Completes quality and food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to supervisor and/or Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager.
• Complete food safety and quality training program requirements.
• Preserves the integrity of the BRC system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the Quality Policy Manual. Takes actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.
• Required to report food safety and quality system failures and take actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.

Position Requirements

• Required to read, write, and understand English, follow verbal instruction, and use simple math.
• Required to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, oils, and greases.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Good math and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work well with others.
• Self- motivated.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations.