Material Handler - Morristown, TN

VetJobs; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking an Operations Associate in Morristown, TN to manage material handling, inventory, and preparation for startup, changeovers, and line clearance. You will ensure materials flow to and from production areas, support safety compliance and 5S practices.

Responsibilities include coordinating with planning, warehouse and suppliers, performing cycle counts, and completing SAP/WMS transactions to enable efficient production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing/warehousing environment.
• Proficient with computers, software, and data processing.
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends and mandatory overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly for extended periods of time.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, bend to 90 degrees repeatedly.
• Demonstrated competency of Attention to Detail, Work Standards, Initiative and Managing Work.

Responsibilities

• Understand and ensure compliance with Quality, EOHS and FP&R guidelines.
• Unload and inspect inbound trailers, sample and test per SOPs.
• Transfer materials to storage, processing and finishing areas with required equipment.
• Ensure in-house availability of raw and packing materials according to schedule.
• Coordinate with planning, warehouse, receiving and vendors to ensure material availability.
• Prepare and load finished product for shipping using SAP.
• Record SAP, WMS, and forklift terminal transactions for receiving, transferring, shipping.
• Perform cycle counts and inventories.
• Complete forklift safety checks and maintenance daily.
• Change forklift batteries daily; assist with startup and line clearance.
• Maintain GMP and FDA compliance; housekeeping daily.
• Assist with scrap loading for disposal or recycling.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Initiative

Managing Work

Problem Solving

Data Processing

GMP awareness

Education

High School/GED

Tools

WMS

SAP

RF scanning

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values-Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous-we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

The Operations Associate is responsible for material handling, warehousing, quality checks and assisting Operations Technicians with the preparation and execution of startup, changeovers, operations, and line clearance. The key role of position is to ensure all material is supplied and taken to and from production areas.

This position will have primary responsibility for executing the coordination of production materials, safety compliance, data collection, quality samples, maintaining 5S Visual Workplace, inventory (raw materials, packaging materials and finished goods), cycle counts and overall production support. The Operations Associate works within a structure that requires considerable interaction with others in the same production unit as well as other production units and support functions.

Responsibilities Include

• Understands and is accountable for full compliance of all Quality, EOHS and FP&R guidelines; as well as external regulatory requirements
• Unload and inspects, samples and test inbound trailers according to SOPs
• Transfer materials and supplies to storage, processing and finishing areas as needed using required equipment
• Confirm in-house availability of raw and packing materials for current and next runs understanding schedule and demand plans
• Coordinate with upstream and downstream processes by working with others in planning, warehouse, receiving and vendor representatives to ensure availability of materials
• Prepares and loads finished product for shipping using SAP and working with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Complete all appropriate SAP, Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Forklift Terminals/RF transactions for receiving, transferring and shipping of materials and finished product
• Performs cycle counts and inventories
• Completes daily check sheet for forklift safety and maintenance
• Changes out forklift batteries daily for recharging using overhead crane
• Performs safety check of pallet stacking at end of shift and reports and resolves any issues
• Assists with startup, line clearance, and operations of automated and manual equipment throughout the production facility
• Complete daily housekeeping activities and perform assessments as required to meet all GMP's and FDA requirements
• Removes and disposes of production line waste according to Standard Operating Procedures
• Assist with loading scrap trailers for disposal or recycle

Other Job Functions That May Be Assigned

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing / warehousing environment
• Proficient with computers, software, and data processing
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends and mandatory overtime as needed
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly for extended periods of time
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, bend to 90 degrees repeatedly
• Demonstrated competency of Attention to Detail, Work Standards, Initiative and Managing Work

Preferred

• Demonstrated ability and experience operating forklifts and other powered industrial vehicles
• GMP and/or consumer goods manufacturing experience a plus
• Demonstrated competency in problem solving/decision making, effective communication, results oriented, and job fit
• WMS/SAP experience

Compensation And Benefits

Salary Range $20.68 - $23.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

City*

Morristown

State*

Tennessee

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Colgate-Palmolive