Material Handler/Forklift Operator (Night Shift)

Help us Unleash Uncrustables! Here at Smucker, our main focuses are safety and quality as we produce millions of sandwiches! Our logistics technicians work in a fast paced, high-performance environment. We are looking for motivated, team-oriented individuals who are ready to learn and grow with us.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate material handling equipment such as stand up/sit down forklifts, push back racks, and electric pallet jack

• Ensure timely loading and unloading of bulk ingredients, supplies, materials, finished goods, and small parcel delivery

• Learn and utilize WMS (Warehouse Management System) for accurate data entry, shipping, and receiving of materials and finished goods

• Maintain high quality standards when conducting and documenting carrier inspections (physical and systematic)

• Use computers to input and maintain accurate data records in HMI (Human Machine Interface)

• Deliver materials to production lines to ensure that operating lines are fully stocked

• Stage and put away finished goods and materials, frequently in freezing conditions (-10 degrees)

• Perform sanitation and quality control tasks on a routine basis.

• Identify and troubleshoot machinery, process, and equipment issues and make corrections as needed.

• Perform freezer clean-up process and put destroyed product into the ReConserve dock

• Cross train within department to gain and improve skills, knowledge, and demonstrate leadership

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Prior forklift experience/certification is required.

• Prior training on dock equipment (truck restraints, chocks, trailer stands, dock levelers, doors, etc.) preferred.

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, and general instructions.

• Good communication skills are required both verbally and written in English.

• Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts.

• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional & team-oriented environment

• Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without reasonable accommodation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

• Prior forklift experience/certification is required.

• Prior training on dock equipment (truck restraints, chocks, trailer stands, dock levelers, doors, etc.) preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and climb steps

• The employee must be able to work 12-hour night shifts (6pm-6:30am).

• The employee must be able to work in freezing conditions (-10 degrees) on a frequent basis.

• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast, oils, and peanut butter as well as other materials.

• The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. The applicant must pass an occupational physical test.

• Employee is required to have a minimum of 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses. The applicant must pass a standard eye exam.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment's characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions:

• Weekend work.

• 2-2-3 weekly schedule format. (Must be able to work our current work schedule which is a 2-week rotation of day and night shifts through August 2024.)

• Computer usage.

• Environment temperature varies between hot and cold conditions.

• Noise level is moderate to high; hearing conservation program required.

• Operating, being near, and crossing platforms/ladders over or under machinery.

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the "Company") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.