Handler, Material Front End

The Material Handler - Front End is responsible for supplying production lines with packaging materials and components, supporting inventory control activities, operating industrial lift trucks, and ensuring the continuous flow of materials throughout manufacturing operations. This position plays a key role in supporting production efficiency while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, GMP, and food safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
• Follow all company safety policies, industrial lift truck operating procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and food safety requirements.
• Safely operate industrial lift trucks and maintain required certifications.
• Supply production lines with containers, caps, trays, labels, shrink film, rings, glue, and other packaging materials.
• Place pallets of containers onto depalletizer infeed lines according to production requirements.
• Remove and manage slip sheets and frames from mezzanine storage areas.
• Calculate and maintain appropriate component levels required to support production schedules.
• Complete inventory, production, and operational paperwork accurately and timely.
• Perform bay and work area maintenance.
• Follow FIFO inventory practices where applicable.
• Return unused materials and components to designated storage locations.
• Support filler operators by retrieving and transporting totes to production pumping stations.
• Remove, cut, bale, and properly dispose of plastic materials and packaging waste.
• Support inventory control programs and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Assist with unloading trucks and receiving materials when required.
• Load and unload partial pallets and build full pallets as operational needs require.
• Maintain inventory, quality, and production records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete industrial lift truck certification training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance.
• Ability to perform visual inspections of materials and products.
• Basic computer skills and ability to record information electronically and manually.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and production demands.
• Professional attitude and strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, squat, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring hand dexterity, gripping, and fine motor skills.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and warehouse environments with varying temperatures and industrial conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Compensation & Benefits:
Hourly pay range: $28.31 - $29.37 per hour.

Mizkan America offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, wellness programs, health and flexible

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