Material Handler (Factory)

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If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestle is the place for you. Nestle USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestle's presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We're determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

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The Material Handler is responsible for safely operating electric powered stand up counterbalance forklift to move palletized ingredients from warehouse location to production line. This role is also responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) that are in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced. Additionally, this role may be required to serve as back-up for other warehouse roles.

BRIEF OVERVIEW:

• $25.00/hr with a $2.00 shift differential if working nights.
• 2 day shift opening
• 2 night shift opening

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• 401k with company match
• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave
• Insurance eligibility begins on 31st day of employment
• 11 paid holidays
• Will start on a Monday- Friday day shift schedule and eventually transition to a continuous operations schedule

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials and transports load to designated area.
• Unloads and stacks material by using lifting device.
• Replenishes production lines with raw and packaging materials as needed.
• Returns materials to warehouse during changeovers or end of run.
• Delivers recycled materials to recycling room.
• Positions and weighs pallets
• Documents information as per SOP.
• Complies with company policies and procedures and maintains regular work attendance.
• Follows safety rules, SOPs and GMPs guidelines.
• Willingness/capability to cross train/learn job functions in other areas of the warehouse team in the facility.
• Willingness to train others as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Inventory counts as needed.
• Operates packaging and processing equipment.

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals, and allergens (Dairy).
• Must be able to successfully complete Nestle forklift certification training.
• Willing to train others.

EXPERIENCE:

• One year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Prior warehouse and forklift experience preferred.
• Forklift experience with push-back racking a plus.

SKILLS:

• Must be able to respond to verbal and written instructions.
• Must be willing to use digital tools such as iPads, computers, etc.
• Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Safely operate forklift.

Requisition ID:

319001

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

The Nestle Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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