Material Specialist - Yard Driver 3rd shift 25% Differential

About the role

At Lindt, we are a global fast‑growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success. The individual in this position is responsible for the organization of accurate and timely material flow into and out of the manufacturing and/or warehouse departments.

Responsibilities

• Yard Driver: Safely transport trailers/trucks across campus as needed. Must have prior experience driving large commercial truck/trailers. CDL is not required as the driver does not go on public roadways.
• Material Specialist: Support warehouse operation via transporting inventory and materials throughout the warehouse to and from Production areas using Powered Industrial Equipment including pallet jacks, fork trucks and turret stock pickers (TSPs).
• Insure accurate, safe and efficient receipt of all inbound materials including, but not limited to packaging materials, imported goods, and internal manufactured items.
• Maintain consistent level of internal support and ensure accurate, safe and efficient fulfillment of all sales order requests.
• Support the requirements of the functional team to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all material handling equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment with receiving or shipping background preferred.
• Basic writing and math skills required.
• Flexibility to meet rotational shift changes and overtime, as required.
• Basic computer and data entry knowledge required.
• Ability to use a radio frequency scanner.
• Knowledge of standard warehouse and/or production practices and processes is helpful but not required.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Truck driving experience – 26FT or above.
• Receiving or shipping experience preferred.
• High School Diploma.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Able to be trained and certified to operate PIT equipment: pallet jacks, fork trucks, reach trucks and turret stock picker (TSP). TSP equipment weighs approximately 18,000 pounds.
• Ability to pull, push, climb, balance, stoop, knee, crouch and reach with arms.
• Must be able to walk frequently.
• Comfortable working in a refrigerated environment.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; the company will not sponsor work visas.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $18.24 – $23.72 per hour. Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on the company’s size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including job‑related skills, knowledge, experience, and market conditions. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive may be included as part of the compensation package.