Material Handler- Whitestown Plant

Hershey Company; Whitestown (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Material Handler at their Whitestown Plant, where you'll operate forklifts, manage inventory, and ensure safety compliance. This role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Benefits

401 (k) Retirement Plan with generous company match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience operating industrial powered trucks.
• Proficiency in English (read, write, and speak).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials and finished products.
• Keep accurate inventory records and update the computer system.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400

SAP

Visitrak

Job description

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Material Handler- Whitestown Plant

Posted Date: May 5, 2025

Requisition Number: 125306

Location:Whitestown, IN

At the Hershey Salty Snacks Company, we make brands that people love. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet, salty or a tasty twist of both, we offer a number of snacks to meet your needs. With our most recent acquisition, we are excited to be able to continue to deliver more Salty options, including Skinny Pop. Behind each moment of goodness is a diverse team focused on being part of something bigger. Come be a part of our dynamic team in Whitestown, IN as a Material Handler!

Pay

• Starting at $23.00/hour
• Bi-weekly Pay

Total Rewards

• 401 (k) Retirement Plan, with generous company match
• Paid Time Off

Shifts

• Orientation Week: provided prior tostart date
• 12-hour shifts
  • DayShift:5:45AM to 6:00PM

Candidate Process

Please note – communication will be through phone, email and text. To be considered, you must have access to a valid email address.

• Qualified candidates will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview
• Post offer background, physical and drug screen required

Job Summary

The Material Handler will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a forklift and other PIT to transport raw materials and finished products throughout the plant, while ensuring accurate inventory records of all moves in compliance with FEFO.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.
• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items and works with other team members to ensure team moves materials in FEFO order, onto and off trucks, ready for shipments, loads and unloads docks and moves product into staging areas.
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift.
• Keep accurate inventory records and update the computer system with all material movement.
• Properly tagging of all finished goods as they are produced and moving to the Warehouse staging areas.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on forklift equipment to ensure proper functioning and report any issues to the maintenance team.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate material movement and ensure production timelines are met.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the forklift and storage areas.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by plant management.

Requirements

• Previous experience with AS400, SAP, and Visitrak
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience operating a industrial powered trucks, primarily sit-down forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Proficiency of the English language (read, write, and speak English)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime or on weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards related to forklift operations.
• Willing to learn new systems and work with the team on continuous improvement ideas

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.