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

Fortress Nutrition, LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with carryover

Paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision

HSA with company contributions

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition, LLC seeks a 1st Shift Material Handler for Weekend Operations (Friday–Sunday) to support our high-speed Beverage Canning line in Wisconsin. This role offers a 3-day work week with pay for 40 hours and opportunities to grow in a regulated manufacturing environment focused on safety and quality.

You will manage inventory, handle materials, operate a stand-up reach truck, and document all movements while adhering to OSHA, FDA, and GMP standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of material handling experience (preferably stand-up reach truck) required.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, Excel and Word).
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to handle complexity, analyze information and manage inventory.
• Punctuality, reliability and strong work ethic are essential.
• Must meet production standards and follow work instructions.
• Able to solve problems, work independently and with others.
• Adapt to changing priorities; overtime/weekend work may be required.
• Stand/walk for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds; operate machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory by labeling, stocking, and recording locations.
• Locate materials by following production orders.
• Deliver and open materials at work centers to maintain in-process inventory.
• Stack and store products safely in designated areas.
• Document material disposition and stock movements.
• Receive and verify credit-return materials and store them.
• Prepare finished stock for shipment and document shipments.
• Maintain material handling equipment with pre-use inspections.
• Comply with OSHA, FDA and GMP standards.
• Keep work area clean and orderly; support team goals.

Skills

Material handling experience

Stand-up reach truck

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

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.