Senior Material Handler, Warehouse Operations

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Oakland (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Oakland, MS seeks a Material Handler III on the second shift to receive, store, and distribute materials within the plant. You will prepare orders, inspect incoming goods, and maintain clean, accurate inventories while operating forklifts and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, rotating stock, and moving items between areas to ensure efficient production and material flow. Strong attention to safety and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or related experience.
• Ability to safely operate motorized standup forklift and pallet jacks.
• Knowledge of basic warehousing systems and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills, record-keeping, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders according to procedures; review shipping docs; palletize and load carriers.
• Receive materials; verify against purchase orders; inspect for damage.
• Sort and store materials; maintain organized shelves and stock.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and rotate stock as needed.
• Transport materials between receiving, storage, and production areas; load/unload trucks.
• Operate warehouse vehicles safely and conduct basic equipment inspections.

Skills

Health and safety regulations

Warehousing systems

Interpersonal skills

Record-keeping techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Oakland, MS seeks a Material Handler III on the second shift to receive, store, and distribute materials within the plant. You will prepare orders, inspect incoming goods, and maintain clean, accurate inventories while operating forklifts and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, rotating stock, and moving items between areas to ensure efficient production and material flow. Strong attention to safety and teamwork is required.