Job Details

Job Details

Job Location
Knoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN

Description

The Material Handler II is responsible for safely operating forklift equipment within the manufacturing facility and/or distribution center ensuring that quality products are received, produced, and shipped in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift equipment safely and efficiently to receive, handle, and store product in accordance with HACCP and GMP standards
• Perform vehicle safety checks and report discrepancies to supervisor
• Ensure all equipment is stored at the end of shift
• Utilize the scanning system to create accurate locations and perform accurate inventory transactions
• Inspect inbound materials and products for damages, defects, and discrepancies; promptly report any issues to Quality and Leadership
• Collaborate daily with Production Departments to ensure all materials are staged and ready to meet production schedule; Monitors production schedule changes and coordinate material changes as needed
• Own a Safety system in their area and maintains a system rating of seven or above
• Actively participate in Multi Cause Analysis (MCA) and add input within area of expertise
• Conduct monthly cycle counts and inventory of receiving area
• Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality
• Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications
• Perform minor equipment adjustments to ensure equipment is operating optimally
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping pallet, warehouse and workstation areas neat, clean up aisles, pick up leftover pallets, sweep the floors and keep exits clear and free from obstructions
• Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives
• Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately
• Support and comply with GMP's; understand and follow emergency action plan
• Support food safety, quality, and legality
• Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED
• 4+ years of forklift and/or warehouse experience
• Technical skills include intermediate knowledge to use scan guns, intermediate knowledge of ERP system, safety system ownership, and MCA participation
• Interpersonal skills include demonstrated passion and engagement
• Leadership skills include team leadership with the ability to provide constructive feedback and a positive attitude