Raw Materials Production Worker (Sylacauga, AL)

Harrell's LLC; Sylacauga (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

401K

Employee stock ownership plan

Disability

Paid time off 2 weeks

Sick time 5 days

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Identity protection

Best Places to Work Award

Job summary

Harrell’s LLC is seeking a full-time Warehouse Associate for a day shift (Mon-Fri) in Alabama. Responsibilities include handling raw materials, receiving shipments, and ensuring inventory accuracy in a safety-focused environment.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years handling raw materials or operating loading equipment. Forklift certification is preferred; excellent organization and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years experience with raw materials.
• Minimum 2 years experience operating loading equipment.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret run lists and formulations.
• Familiar with fertilizer construction and application.

Responsibilities

• Handle raw material warehouse activities to fulfill production needs and meet inventory requirements.
• Unload bulk and raw materials to ensure safety and health factors in processes.
• Maximize material utilization based on fertilizer orders for efficiency.
• Order, coordinate delivery, and receive raw materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of warehouse and unloading areas and surroundings.
• Assist Plant Manager with inventory shrinkage and reconciliation.

Skills

Raw materials handling

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Run list interpretation

Organization

Multi-tasking

Computer literate

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Full-Time Position (Day Shift) Hours: Mon-Fri Position (No Weekends)

Day One Benefits (including Health, Dental, Vision)

Paid Retirement (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) & 401K Retirement Option

Employer Paid Short Term (13 weeks) and Long-Term Disability

(10)

$50,000

Employee Sponsored

)

Paid Time Off (2 weeks), Sick Time (5 days) & Paid Holidays

Paid Life Insurance Policy up to $50,000

True Identity Protection (Norton LifeLock) - Employee Sponsored

Best Places to Work Award (Employer of Distinction)

Essential Functions

• Handle raw material warehouse activities to fulfill production needs, meet inventory requirements and receive raw material products in a timely fashion.
• Unload all bulk and raw materials to ensure safety and health factors are recognized in all processes.
• Maximize material utilization based on fertilizer orders to maintain maximum efficiency.
• Responsible for ordering, coordinating delivery, and receiving raw materials.
• Ensure and maintain the overall cleanliness of the raw materials area in warehouse and bulk unloading area as well as its surrounding areas.
• Assist Plant Manager in the daily, weekly and monthly inventory shrinkage and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State and Local ordinances affecting this position.
• Ensure compliance with all Company policies and programs.
• Maintain valid licenses, certifications and/or permits required to perform responsibilities.
• Ensure timely processing of system information and proper documentation concerning inventory transactions (shipments, transfers, receipts, changes in cost/price, etc.).
• Actively manage inventory, staying within levels established by management.
• Work with Plant Manager in support of the safety and compliance regulations of plant and warehouse activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years experience with raw materials preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience operating loading equipment preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of all production methods, techniques and related equipment.
• Must have a strong understanding of raw material and other inventory functions.
• Must be able to read and interpret run list and specifications on formulations.
• Must be familiar with fertilizer construction and application.
• Must be extremely organized, self-motivated and can work independently.
• Must be able to supervise/perform multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Must be computer literate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Communicating with internal and external customers – must be able to talk, hear, see, and comprehend.
• The use of a computer and phone – Must be able to see, type, write, finger, grasp, and sit; must be able to use a mobile phone.
• Mobility of arms – Must be able to reach, and use arms to manipulate small objects.
• Mobility inside the plant, stand for extended periods of time, reach, bend, and regularly lift up to 100 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Work is routinely performed in a general production environment on a concrete surface, with frequent exposure to both the internal and external environment.
• Frequent exposure to severe weather conditions, both heat and cold.
• Frequent exposure to dust, and noise levels that exceed a normal threshold.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Must wear steel-toed boots.
• Recommended: Safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, back brace, and safety attire as noted by guides provided in specific areas. These will be provided by Harrell’s upon request.
• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn in accordance with SDS recommendations.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Harrell’s LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Protected Veterans/Disabled.

This company will provide Equal Opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, GINA, and age.

This is a full time position