Packaging Material Handler (12 Hour Nights - Rotating Weekends)

fairlife; Town of Webster (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,307 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with up to 9% employer match

Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000)

Job summary

fairlife in Webster, NY is looking for a Packaging Material Operator responsible for organizing and supplying raw materials to production equipment. This role ensures proper operations to minimize downtime and involves night shifts from 6 PM to 6 AM.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and be able to handle up to 60 pounds. The position offers a salary range of $22-$23 per hour and benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to obtain an Industrial Truck Operator License.
• Able to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in English—comfortable with both written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Organize, store, and supply raw materials to filling and packaging equipment.
• Safely operate a variety of forklifts and clean sorting operations.
• Communicate with supervisor about inventory availability.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to coordinate packaging material needs

Compliance with all safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial Truck

Job description

Webster, New York, United States

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago‑based nutrition company that creates great‑tasting, nutrition‑rich dairy products to nourish consumers. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca‑Cola company and has been recognized by Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry‑leading innovation.

The construction of fairlife's manufacturing facility in Webster, NY is underway. This state‑of‑the‑art, 750,000 sq ft greenfield plant is expected to be operational in late 2025 and will lay the foundation for fairlife's next phase of growth as the leading dairy nutrition provider.

Job Purpose

The Packaging Material Operator is responsible for the organization, storage, and supply of raw materials to filling and packaging equipment via an industrial truck. This position ensures that materials for the blow molder, capper, and cleaning systems are available and that drive paths remain clean to minimize downtime. Duties also include chemical and material waste removal and handling rejected packaging products.

Working Hours and Schedule

This is a night shift position, with hours from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The role follows a rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule: two days on, two days off, three days on, followed by two days off, two days on, and three days off. Team members will work every other weekend, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Shift Differential: $2 per hour for night shift.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.
• Report to and follow the directions of the Production Supervisors.
• Safely operate a variety of forklifts for moving and staging material or material waste.
• Clean and sort all used material as part of normal operating procedures in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Maintain proper First In First Out (FIFO) rotation of raw materials, inventory, or assigned items.
• Ensure all materials for finished and non‑finished goods are properly stored and all necessary paperwork is completed in a timely manner.
• Communicate with supervisor and filler operator consistently about inventory availability or any risks associated with upcoming production orders.
• Adhere to placement of inventory in designated, labeled locations and maintain 18” clearance from walls.
• Ensure packaging infeed areas stay clean, orderly, and clear of debris at all times.
• Conduct monthly and yearly housekeeping audits and execute follow‑up actions to remain in specifications.
• Learn how to operate downstream packaging equipment, processing equipment, or palletizing equipment as needed.
• Aid in the training of new personnel or upskilling of team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate packaging material needs effectively after training.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot small issues and escalates appropriately.
• Compliant with all safety procedures.
• Must possess or be able to obtain an Industrial Truck Operator License.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Proficiency in English—comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, Standing, Walking, and Lifting/Carrying up to 60 pounds frequently and 80 pounds occasionally.
• Pushing, Pulling, Bending, Stooping, and Squatting during task execution.
• Climbing, Balancing, and Reaching when loading material or operating the industrial truck.
• Grasping and manipulating hands and fingers for operating controls, typing, and cleaning duties.

Food Safety Requirements

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that affect product quality or food safety.
• Observe and comply with color‑coded container policy in production areas.
• Perform duties to meet company, customer, and government requirements and standards.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities related to food safety and product quality.
• Identify and record any food safety or quality problems.
• Control processing or delivery of non‑conforming products until issues are resolved.
• In absence, another employee of equivalent skill level assumes duties.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective day one.
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance).
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance (up to $10,000).
• Parental support and family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support.
• 401(k) with up to 9% employer match.
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses).
• Employee Assistance Program for emotional wellbeing and work‑life support.
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability.
• Employer HSA funding for HDHP participants.
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month).
• Learning and development programs.
• Rewards and recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups.

Job Details

Reports to: Packaging Supervisor

Travel: Little to none

Exempt/Nonexempt: Nonexempt

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Base pay range: $22‑$23 USD per hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job‑related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company.