Material Handler 3 - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

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Position Summary:

The Material Handler 3 is responsible for unloading all products that come in and reporting of the quality. This position is exposed to multiple refrigerated areas within production and operates a forklift or motorized lifting devices to move raw product, finished product, materials, and supplies as directed inside and outside of production..

What if your job had a real impact?

By joining Bonduelle, the world leader in ready-to-use plant-based food, you are deciding to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission: "inspire the transition toward a plant-based diet to contribute to people's well being and planet health". Bonduelle is a family-run company of 14,600 people which provides over 100 countries with vegetables.

Well established in the United States, our business unit includes 4 production facilities with more than 3,200 associates. We process fresh vegetables, salads and meal solutions with our own brands: Ready Pac Foods® and Bistro®.

Join us at Bonduelle to start an adventure where people come first and contribute to a better future through plant-based food!

Bonduelle Fresh Americas is a Certified B Corp for a better life. Bonduelle chose B Corporation because of its comprehensive and rigorous standards and its ability to measure a company’s governance as well as worker, community, and environmental impact.We aim to make a positive impact on People, Planet and Food, as seen in our global B!Pact objectives. B Corp certification validates our positive impact and tells the world we are part of a community using business as a force for good.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with and maintain all GMP/PPE/Safety, HACCP & Sanitation guidelines and processes.

• Unload raw product, affixing assigned lot numbers to each bin or box that comes in. Record all items received in appropriate receiving form and upon completion, compare with bill of lading for accuracy. Record any discrepancies.

• Weigh all bins of lettuce from each load, recording weight on lettuce receiving form.

• Minimize downtime by providing production with materials needed for each day. Responsible for communicating with the gatekeeper and coordinator regarding inventory issues and ensuring efficient changeovers.

• Maintain proper rotation (FIFO).

• Be cross-trained and able to perform line feeding, rotating, and picking responsibilities.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will Need:

• GED/High School Diploma.
• 3-5 years of forklift experience (some positions require stand-up forklift experience).
• Ability to operate various types of warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, stand up and sit down forklifts and RF scanners.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; comprehension of basic math.
• Ability to multi-task and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in a cold, wet, fast-paced, 24 hour plant environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems.
• Some experience with training others in a warehouse environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Performance efficiencies (fill rate, labor & yield), rework, OEE, production specification compliance, downtime communication.
• FO, KPI, Quality Response, Consumer Complaints
• TCIR, LWCR
• Engagement Survey and RCE Phase Assessment results

Physical Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, this position entails use of ladders and catwalks to reach production equipment, regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold for extended periods of time. The associate frequently works in high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a competitive starting rate of $23.00/hr commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan that allows employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to help plan for their financial future with a variety of investment options
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy, including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement program, access to online training courses, and opportunities for career advancement
• Additional Perks: Employee discount programs, wellness initiatives, and company-sponsored events

Life at Bonduelle:

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