Receiving Material Handler (M-F)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.

About the Role

As part of an aseptic beverage manufacturing facility, a Material Handler will be critical in ensuring safe and efficient movement of material throughout the facility. In this role, the Receiving Material Handler will operate various equipment to receive and unload inbound packaging materials. This position is key to maintaining smooth warehouse operations, meeting production schedules, and ensuring goods are delivered on time and in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Specialize in the Packaging Warehouse to unload packaging component deliveries.
• Unload, label, and put away packaging components in accordance with aseptic production requirements.
• Ensure deliveries arrive in good condition and check Bill of Lading for shipment accuracy, damages, and discrepancies.
• Load and unload materials from delivery vehicles, loading bays, and storage locations safely and efficiently.
• Transport packaging materials (e.g., caps, cartons, labels, film, closures) to designated production lines and warehouse storage areas.
• Secure, stack, and store materials using appropriate equipment to prevent damage or contamination.
• Follow inventory management procedures using scanning equipment to locate, categorize, and store inventory efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inventory by scanning, recording, and reconciling packaging material movements.
• Optimize storage and load configurations to maximize space utilization and operational efficiency.
• Support line clearance and changeover processes by removing, documenting, and returning unused packaging materials in compliance with SOPs.
• Assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of designated storage areas, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety management standards, including PPE requirements.
• Complete required training and certifications (e.g., forklift license, GMP, HACCP) to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Follow Food Safety Requirements/Standards as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic mathematical and calculation skills.
• Proficiency in operating technical machinery.
• Forklift experience required.
• Experience operating equipment in an aseptic food and beverage manufacturing facility highly preferred.
• Understanding of Clean-in-Place (CIP) production preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for the entire shift.
• Must be able to work with equipment that contains electric magnetic components.