Material Handler - Weekend Shift (6:00am-6:00pm)

Fortress Nutrition, LLC; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift premium

Paid for 40 hours per week

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition, LLC in New Berlin, WI is seeking a 1st Shift Material Handler for weekend operations (Friday-Sunday) on the beverage canning line. You will manage inventory, pull materials for production, and ensure accurate labeling and stock control while supporting a fast-paced, high-quality production environment.

The role offers a 3-day work week with paid 40 hours, paid overtime, and a starting pay of $21.00 per hour plus a weekend shift premium.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of material handling experience required, preferably with a stand-up reach truck.
• Basic computer skills with MS Office, Excel, and Word.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems, work independently and with others.
• Willingness to overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock.
• Locate materials and verify against production orders.
• Deliver and open materials to maintain in-process inventory at work centers.
• Stack, store, and organize products safely in designated areas.
• Record units delivered and material locations for traceability.
• Receive and stock credit-return materials after verification.
• Prepare finished stock for shipment and document shipments.
• Maintain material handling equipment with pre-use inspections.
• Comply with OSHA, FDA, and GMP standards; maintain a clean work environment.
• Support team and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Material handling experience

Stand-up reach truck operation

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Overtime flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

1st Shift Material Handler | Weekend Operations (Friday-Sunday)

Fortress Nutrition is growing-and we’re looking for driven, reliable individuals to join our high-speed Beverage Canning team. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and want a schedule that gives you more balance without sacrificing your paycheck, this is the perfect opportunity. This role is ideal for someone who is looking for a second job to earn more income, shows up consistently, and wants to be part of a team that produces high-quality products at scale.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work 3 days and get paid for 40 hours!
• Enjoy a consistent 3-day work week while earning a full-time paycheck-giving you more time off without giving up income

Schedule: Weekend Shift

• Friday - Sunday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• 3-day work week (36 hours worked, paid for 40 hours!)
• Training will need to occur during the week, but there is flexibility for you to determine what training hours work best for your schedule

What You’ll Do

• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock, recording location of inventory.
• Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders.
• Maintain in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies.
• Efficiently stack and safely stores products in their designated area.
• Document material and supply disposition by recording units delivered and location of units.
• Receive credit-return material and supplies from production by verifying materials and supplies code and lot number and quantity, placing materials in stock.
• Prepare finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, crating, loading, and securing product.
• Document product shipments by recording units shipped.
• Maintain material handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and making operator repairs.
• Comply with OSHA standards; Learn and adhere to FDA and GMP standards.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of material handling (preferably stand-up reach truck) experience is required
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, Excel and Word)
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
• Dealing with complexity, analyzing information, and inventory control
• Punctuality, reliability and exceptional work ethic are essential
• Must be able to meet production standards and follow work instructions.
• Ability to solve problems, work independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to easily adapt to changes in priorities
• May work overtime, evenings, or weekends in order to complete work, as directed and authorized by management
• Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to eight (8) or more hours in a single shift

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food, beverage, bottling, canning, or other regulated environments
• Knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and quality standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
• Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50lbs
• Bending, kneeling, climbing, and operating machinery
• Use of hands for handling tools, equipment, and controls

Pay & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $21.00 per hour
• Weekend Shift Premium
• Paid for 40 hours per week, while working only 36 hours

Benefits Include

• PTO Package with Carryover Option
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision (Affordable Family Coverage)
• HSA with Company Contributions
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with strong company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses
• And more

Fortress Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer.