Material Handler I st shift & Material Handler 2nd shift

Nature's Touch; Kansas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nature's Touch in Kansas is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate for 1st or 2nd shift. You will transport materials, load/unload trucks, stage ingredients, and maintain accurate data in the warehouse system, while strictly following GMP and food safety policies.

You must have a HS diploma or GED, 6–12 months in a warehouse, and experience with stand-up forklifts; bilingual Spanish is beneficial. The role includes safety training, PPE use, and maintaining organization in a refrigerated

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 6–12 months' experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with stand-up forklifts is required.
• Ability to pass a driving test.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials and packaging using material handling equipment.
• Load and unload trucks according to schedule and safely.
• Serve as a liaison between warehouse and production teams.
• Stage raw ingredients for production according to schedule.
• Interpret batch sheets to stage raw ingredients accurately.
• Maintain data entry in the warehousing system.
• Operate sit-down and standing fork trucks safely.
• Follow GMPs and all food safety programs in the warehouse.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and free of obstructions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Mathematical aptitude

Teamwork

Written/verbal communication

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Transport raw materials and packaging using a variety of material handling equipment (Crown Standup)

Load and unload trucks according to schedule and in a safe and timely manner

Serve as a liaison between the warehouse and the production team

Must understand FIFO and FEFO concepts

Stage raw ingredients according for production according to production schedule

Interpret batch sheets to accurately stage raw ingredients for production

Ensure proper breakdown of batch recipes by appropriately converting gallons to pounds and pounds to kilograms with the assistance of a calculator

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team

Ensure effective and professional communication with team members and site leadership

Ensuring that incoming and outgoing products meet strict food safety and quality requirements

Operate sit down fork truck and standing fork truck in a safe manner

Effective operation of computer, keyboard, and mouse

Accurate data entry both written and in computer warehousing program

Participate in inventory cycle counts both on and off-site

Responsible for ensuring work area is clean, organized, and free of obstructions

Wear appropriate PPE where required

Strictly adhere to all safety policies

Follow company GMPs and all other quality and food safety programs as they relate to the warehouse department

All other duties as assigned

Competencies

Acute attention to detail

Initiative

Mathematical aptitude

Position Type:

We have two positions available:

Full-time 1st shift position. Hours of work are Monday- Friday 6:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and Saturdays as needed,

Full-time 2nd shift position. Hours of work are Monday-Friday 3:00 pm- 1:00 pm and Saturdays as needed. Subject to business necessity both shifts

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

H.S. diploma or G.E.D is required

Experience:

6 months -12 months' experience in a warehouse environment. Experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred. Experience with stand-up fork trucks is a must. You will be required to pass a driving test.

Knowledge and Skills:

Outstanding written and verbal communications skills. Basic inventory and warehousing knowledge is preferred. Bilingual in Spanish is beneficial, but not a must.

Travel Requirements:

None

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

100% of work is performed in a production facility which is refrigerated to 35ºF with significant work in sub-zero freezer and may be wet and/or humid. Environment contains allergens. Constantly exposed to moving parts, loud production equipment, vibration, and pedestrian traffic. Ability to work on a computer. Ability to lift at least 45 lbs. on a regular basis to waist height and above head. Ability to see and analyze product at close range, from a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to stand, walk, handle, kneel, bend, twist stoop, climb and descend stairs, communicate with team members.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Employer doesn't discriminate in employment and no question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED