Material Handler I - All Shifts

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available; candidates must ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flex spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Overtime and weekend shifts as needed
• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM

About the Role

The Material Handler is responsible for storing, moving, and handling products and materials in a structured work environment to minimize safety risks. Material Handlers must be reliable and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.

Responsibilities

• Identify, transport, pack, remove, and dispose of products and materials
• Operate forklifts, handcarts, or pallet jacks to pick, replenish, shuttle, and load/unload orders
• Maintain inventory levels as directed
• Feed lines with product as scheduled or directed by supervision or line leads
• Ship and receive materials throughout the duration of the shift
• Operate all equipment in a safe manner
• Count, weigh, and record numbers of units or materials moved or handled
• Ensure product moved is identified and labeled correctly
• Perform required housekeeping to maintain 5S standards (e.g., sweeping floors, disposing of trash, picking up stray product)
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of GMPs or willingness to learn
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days
• Ability to operate stand-up and extended forklifts
• Sufficient math skills
• Ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Ability to read and write in English preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be 18 years of age
• Previous material handling experience a plus (varies by location)

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures
• Team-based setting requiring respectful and professional communication
• Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, including across shifts

Physical Requirements

• Reaching with hands/arms throughout the day
• Ability to lift up to 90 lbs assisted and 40 lbs unassisted
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the scheduled time
• Ability to walk, climb, and/or balance throughout the shift