Job Description:
The Material Handlers role functions as a member of an area team that is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. This role will operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Material Handlers must ensure efficiency operational conformance product quality and continuous improvement. Material Handlers must have the skills set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires strong communication interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives.
Responsibilities
Always operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Perform periodic and routine inventories of raw materials in storage
Provide and perform routine maintenance checks on equipment
Assist in other production sanitation maintenance and quality activity in other areas as directed
Perform housekeeping and sanitation procedures
Provide functional communication with other staff members as necessary to optimize quality efficiency productivity and safety
Loading trucks live loads and staged loads
Ability to operate Forklift (Expert Level)
Direct ship responsibility including proper disposition of hold product food safety hold product and released product
WMS BOL responsibility / accountability
Support Warehouse Area Lead with all activities associated with shipping department
Standing on a concrete floor
Sitting getting up and down off of a forklift often
Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net bump cap ear plugs safety shoes and uniform)
Bending stooping twist turn standing for extended time periods reaching climbing stairs and lifting up to 55lbs
Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold dust dirt and chemicals
Vision correctable to 20/20
Qualifications
Be 18 years of age or older
Have a High school diploma GED or equivalent education
Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language
Forklift certified
Must have valid drivers license
Knowledge of inventory computer systems WMS
Food manufacturing experience and knowledge of food safety
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
What can you expect from Mars
Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.
Mars proudly makes the treats, nutritious meals, and many of your favorite products. Learn why we’re ready to become a part of your family.