Raw Material Handler - Nights

Kansas Ag Connection; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking a Raw Material Handler in the Kansas area to support manufacturing by receiving, inspecting, storing, and distributing raw materials, with a focus on inventory accuracy and quality control.

The role includes forklift-assisted material movement, accurate lot/expiry recording, cycle counts, and timely delivery to production lines. A High School Diploma or GED and at least one year in warehousing are required; forklift experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of one year of work experience.
• Previous experience in warehouse or material handling roles is required.
• Forklift operator experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.
• Capable of working flexible shifts when necessary, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming raw materials, supplies, and components from suppliers or delivery trucks. Inspect shipments for accuracy, quality, and quantity. Verify materials against purchase orders and shipping documents.
• Accurately record and label received materials, including lot numbers and expiration dates. Organize and maintain inventory in a systematic and efficient manner. Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory checks to ensure accuracy.
• Safely store raw materials in designated storage areas, following proper handling and storage procedures. Rotate stock to prevent material deterioration or expiration. Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Prepare and package materials for production according to production orders. Deliver raw materials to production lines in a timely manner to minimize downtime. Ensure the accurate and efficient movement of materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment.
• Conduct visual inspections of materials to identify damage, defects, discrepancies, and document results into our QM system. Isolate and report non-conforming materials and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, receipts, and distributions. Generate reports related to inventory levels, consumption, and materials usage.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines for material handling and storage. Comply with environmental and safety regulations. Report any safety hazards or incidents promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Join the team at Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company!

Days/Hours of Work:

Regular Hours: 5:00pm - 5:30am - 12 Hour Rotating Schedule

Orientation and first week schedule: Tuesday (Orientation) - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Job Summary

The Raw Material Handler is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, and distributing raw materials to support manufacturing and production processes. This role plays a vital role in maintaining inventory accuracy, quality control, and ensuring that the right materials are available when needed.

Job Responsibilities

1. Receive incoming raw materials, supplies, and components from suppliers or delivery trucks. Inspect shipments for accuracy, quality, and quantity. Verify materials against purchase orders and shipping documents.

2. Accurately record and label received materials, including lot numbers and expiration dates. Organize and maintain inventory in a systematic and efficient manner. Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory checks to ensure accuracy.

3. Safely store raw materials in designated storage areas, following proper handling and storage procedures. Rotate stock to prevent material deterioration or expiration. Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.

4. Prepare and package materials for production according to production orders. Deliver raw materials to production lines in a timely manner to minimize downtime. Ensure the accurate and efficient movement of materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment.

5. Conduct visual inspections of materials to identify damage, defects, discrepancies, and document results into our QM system. Isolate and report non-conforming materials and initiate appropriate corrective actions.

6. Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, receipts, and distributions. Generate reports related to inventory levels, consumption, and materials usage.

7. Follow safety protocols and guidelines for material handling and storage. Comply with environmental and safety regulations. Report any safety hazards or incidents promptly.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of one year of work experience is required.
• Previous experience in warehouse or material handling roles is required.
• Forklift operator experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.
• Capable of working flexible shifts when necessary, including evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking: Constantly (investigates, recommends, reports, etc.)
• Acute Vision: Constantly (observing both near and far, reading documents)
• Mobility: Frequent travel throughout production center (walking in warehouse)
• Bending/Squatting: Frequently (picking up product, moving product)
• Lifting: Frequent- Lift 50 lbs. or less (full cases of product)
• Climate: Frequent work in a non-climate-controlled environment (cold, hot)

Pay: $23.75 an hour

About Heartland Coca-Cola

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company produces, sells, and distributes the highest quality and best tasting Coca-Cola and Monster Beverages across the states of Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. Our brand offerings provide multiple beverage options in non-alcoholic categories including sparkling soft drinks, water, ingredient enhanced, isotonics, tea, energy, juice, coffee and nutrition. We value our people, customers and community which drives our passion to work and win together as a team.

Benefits and Other Information

We offer a competitive benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, wellness programs and tuition reimbursement. Part-time employees are eligible for paid time off, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Pre-employment background check is required.

Heartland Coca-Cola is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and any other class protected by law. Veteran friendly.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants

Heartland Coca-Cola is committed to providing individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations in its job application and hiring process. If you have difficulty using our on-line application system because of a disability, you may contact us at the following email address and phone number: asnyder heartlandcocacola.com or [phone].

This email address is reserved for individuals who require an accommodation due to a disability only. The Heartland Coca-Cola representative who monitors this email account will not have access to existing profiles in the system and will be unable to provide any application status updates.