Food Production Material Handler

Food Production Material Handler

Pay: $17/hour DOE

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm

Location: Salem OR

GLISS is now hiring reliable hard-working individual to join a fast-paced food production facility in Salem OR as a Material Handler for their warehouse operations. Willing to train an individual with limited food production experience but MUST have a minimum of 3 years of warehouse experience. Ability to learn quickly and perform detailed work in a loud and busy environment.

Responsibilities:

Material Handling & Forklift Operation

• Safely operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts pallets jacks and other warehouse equipment.

• Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks.

• Move raw materials ingredients packaging material and finished goods to designated areas.

• Pick and stage items for shipping/production from pallets or racking by hand and/or forklift.

Inventory & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of the movements of inbound outbound and internal material (i.e. picking

tickets trailer reports production requests etc.).

• Perform periodic inventory checks and assist with accuracy verification.

• Label and organize inbound material.

• Report shortages/overages to supervisor when needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all food safety GMP and sanitation guidelines

• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse to ensure a hazard-free work area.

• Inspect forklifts and report maintenance needs.

• Adhere to OSHA company safety policies and quality standard

Qualifications:

Essential Skills/Abilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Strong time management skills.

Strong collaborative skills for a small team setting.

Strong basic math skills to verify inventory and/or shipping quantities.

Able to follow directions for assigned tasks.

Able to work without extensive supervision.

Able to repeatedly lift 50-60 lbs.

Able to tolerate adverse weather conditions occasionally.

Able to see and read meters charts small labels etc.

Able to wear PPE (safety glasses work boots dust masks etc.)

Able to physically access necessary areas of the office plant and warehouse

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

Experience in food manufacturing or distribution.

Knowledge of FIFO and warehousing best practices.

Forklift experience.

Strong work ethic.

Strong ability to adapt to potential changes in day-to-day schedule.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong planning ability to establish daily objectives.

Ability to occasionally work under pressure to complete time sensitive tasks.

Ability to occasionally work with flexible scheduling (during twice yearly inventories).

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Continuing education in Industrial Technology or related field

desired.

Substitution for Education: Three years of experience in Warehousing or Distribution in a food manufacturing environment. Food Manufacturing or closely related experience is highly desirable.

BENEFITS OFFERED TO ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Online Application: Start the first part of your application online at

2. Call to Schedule: Once your application is complete call us at to schedule an interview.

Applications are accepted by appointment only Office Hours: MondayThursday 8:00 AM5:00 PM

3070 Lancaster Dr NE Salem OR 97301