Warehouse Operator

Marel Inc.; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel in Buford, GA is hiring a warehouse associate to receive goods, verify delivery notes, and help move materials to production on schedule.

You will also perform stock audits, pick/pack duties, and conduct basic quality checks, while operating forklifts safely and within certification requirements. The role values teamwork, problem solving, punctuality, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant warehouse experience.
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification.
• Comfortable working on raised platforms or equipment, up to ~50 feet high.
• Collaborative team player with problem-solving skills and punctuality.
• Adherence to safety policies and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods, check delivery notes and accompanying documents.
• Support efficient flow of goods prioritizing quality, reliability, speed, and efficiency.
• Participate in stock audits.
• Pick goods and deliver to the production department per planning.
• Perform first-line quality control and registration for quantities and inspection.
• Pack and unpack items as needed; address missing items on pick lists.
• Operate forklifts safely and in certified conditions.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Punctuality

Customer focus

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Why work for us?

JBT Marel is a global leader in the Food Processing Industry. We help feed the globe with our innovative machinery and full processing solutions. We are an expanding international organization where there will be opportunities for global travel as well as career advancement.

What you'll be doing

• Receives goods, checks delivery notes and other accompanying documents for goods
• Making an active contribution to the optimal physical flow of goods, whereby quality, reliability, speed, and efficiency are the most important considerations
• Taking part in stock audits
• Picking goods in the warehouses and bringing the necessary goods to the right production department on time and according to planning
• Carrying out first-line quality control and registration (for quantities and visual inspection)
• Carrying out packing and unpacking work
• Issuing items missing from pick orders based on missing item pick lists
• Safe and certified operation of industrial equipment as needed (forklifts)

What we’re looking for

• Enjoys working with people, being part of a collaborative team environment
• Problem-solving: approaches difficulties with innovative insight and ability to apply technical expertise to work
• Results-driven and focused on meeting customer expectations and fulfilling quality standards
• Punctuality: ability to keep to schedules, follow instructions, legal obligations, and safety requirements
• Between 2-3 year's of relevant work experience in a warehouse environment
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain such certification.
• Comfortable working on raised platform or equipment, ~50 feet in the air

JBT Marel uses technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications. These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria. All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently.

Commitment to Global Safety

As a JBT Marel employee you are expected to respect internal rules and actively contribute to the delivery of the corporate Safety policy and guidance to ensure JBT Marel is a safe place to work.

JBT Marel Vision and Values

In partnership with our customers, we are transforming the way food is processed. Our vision is of a world where quality food is produced sustainably and affordably. JBT Marel's core values: Unity, Innovation and Excellence.

Interested?

JBT Marel does not accept unsolicited applications from third party recruiting agencies.

At JBT Marel, we're transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable - and it's powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth - and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you're looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.

We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive hiring practices globally.