OVERVIEW
Monday-Friday 2 p.m. to 10 : 30 p.m.
Flexibility to work Saturdays and Sundays as needed is required. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.
The Material Handler is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving materials within or near plant, yard, or work site. Additionally, the material handler is responsible for emptying super sacks and manually feeding sugar to production lines. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for following work orders and / or verbal instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, etc. using forklift
Moves finished and raw materials
Unloads and processes super sacks
Manually feeds sugar to production lines
Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained.
Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
May assist with shipping and receiving as needed
All other duties as assigned
WORK EXPERIENCES
1-2 years in an industrial manufacturing environment preferred
Prior forklift or tow motor experience preferred. Ability to be certified is required.
Proven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); equivalent experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
Must be able to understand verbal and written English
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this position is $19.00-$22.99 / hour and will depend on the candidate’s
qualifications and prior experience. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription
drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life
insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
Shift Differential : 2nd shift ($1.00); 3rd shift ($1.50)
Material Handler 2Nd Shift • Buffalo, NY, US