Material Handler/Forklift Operator-1st shift

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Material Handler/Forklift Operator with experience using RF (Radio Frequency) scanners to join our warehouse team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts to load, unload, and move materials within the facility while ensuring accurate inventory tracking using RF scanning equipment.

This is a full-time opportunity with very competitive benefits available from day one of employment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sit-down forklift to move products and materials throughout facility.
• Use RF scanners to accurately scan, put away, receive, pick, and ship inventory.
• Load and unload trailers, stage materials, and transport goods within the warehouse.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any safety or maintenance issues.
• Ensure proper product labeling and placement based on warehouse standards.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movement and transactions.
• Follow all Safety, GMP, and Warehouse protocols and procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts as needed.
• Support general warehouse duties such as packing, labeling, and organizing materials.
• Complete all required documentation as required.
• Pallet building.
• Perform Oil railcar, RAW, or product sampling as required with supervision.
• Move pallets of product in system.
• Regularly accomplish Environmental Waste/sludge activities to transfer intermediate waste to bulk storage containers.
• Perform a variety of other miscellaneous duties as assigned or qualified for as Material Handler.

Mandatory overtime may be required some weeks.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of forklift operator experience required.
• Ability to achieve proficiency in onsite forklift testing and evaluation.
• Experience with RF scanners and warehouse systems.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Experience in fast-paced warehouse/distribution/manufacturing settings.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Competencies

• Demonstrates a commitment to safety by adhering to all safety, food safety, environmental, and GMP policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Actively participates in safety and continuous improvement initiatives to support operational efficiency.
• Follows written procedures, policies, and work instructions accurately and consistently.
• Produces clear and accurate documentation related to inventory, shipping, and operational activities.
• Maintains reliable attendance and punctuality to support team and operational needs.
• Demonstrates flexibility by learning and performing multiple roles and filling in for temporary or permanent vacancies as needed.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk throughout the plant, including walking and climbing up/down stairs and ladders (portable, fixed).
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must have the appropriate level of sensory acuity (visual, hearing, speaking, smell, and touch) to identify and react to normal, abnormal, and alarm conditions (chemicals, temperature, etc.).
• Must be able to logically and methodically work through and break down complex problems and processes to enable effective communication with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
• Voluntary benefits from day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness reimbursement.
• College tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) Match up to 5%.
• Vacation, holiday, bereavement, and jury duty pay.