Material Handlers

Ya Ya Foods USA LLC; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 57,372,000 - 81,711,000; Full time

Job summary

Ya YA Foods USA LLC is seeking Material Handlers in Ogden, UT to support production through accurate material staging and FIFO organization. You will operate propane and electric counterbalance forklifts, pull and stage items for production, and ensure materials meet GMP standards.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, proper labeling, and collaboration with the kitting team to avoid shortages. Join a dynamic, growth-focused beverage and liquid foods manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Valid licence to operate propane and electric forklifts is required.
• 2+ years operating counterbalance forklift required.
• Excellent spatial awareness and organization skills with a high level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Generate pick lists and stage materials for production and kitting.
• Pick and pull ambient, cooler, reefer, and freezer items for production.
• Occasionally work in the cooler.
• Cross-reference picks with item numbers and expiration dates.
• Return materials to warehouse or supplier after MES completion, per GMP.

Skills

Forklift operation

Propane forklift

Electric forklift

Spatial awareness

Job description

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Material Handlers

Technical Ogden, UT, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1434

Salary Range: $24.25 To $24.25 Annually

About Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years' experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Group Material Leader

Responsibilities

• Generate pick list as per the production schedule and stage all materials required for the production and kitting department according to the pick list while flagging any shortage or expired materials in a timely manner.
• Pick and pull ambient, cooler, reefer, and freezer items required for production.
• Occasionally work in the cooler.
• Cross-reference pick list with physical items by matching item number, vendor number, and expiration dates.
• Print and understand production and kitting schedule.
• Return all materials to the appropriate warehouse location or supplier after a manufacturing order is completed and ensure that materials are in an acceptable condition as per GMP criteria.
• Accurately scale and return items in the proper bin location using RF Scanner.
• Collaborate with kitting team to bring items and clear kits from the kitting area and communicate on a regular basis regarding any shortages or upcoming production.
• Make sure all staged items are clearly labelled and properly lined up as per FIFO.
• Proper organizing of materials to ensure the space is used in its maximum capacity and be proactive in reorganizing and managing space in all areas of the warehouse.
• Help put away the received items in the proper location by using Bin To Bin session.
• Perform cycle counts on a regular basis.
• Act when items are found damaged or in unacceptable condition by placing them in plastic bag or conducting proper cleaning.
• Maintain strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

• Valid licence to operate both propane and electric forklifts is required
• 2+ years operating counterbalance forklift required
• Excellent spatial awareness and organization skills with a high level of attention to detail