Material Handler - Distribution Center bei Heartland Food Products Group

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

Scope:

The Material Handler transports materials into or removes materials from machines or equipment which are automatic or tended by other workers.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications
• Remove materials and products from machines and equipment, and place them in boxes, trucks or conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices
• Push dual control buttons and move controls in order to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment
• Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions
• Load materials and products into machines and equipment, or onto conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices
• Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions
• Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications
• Fasten, package, or stack materials and products, using hand tools and fastening equipment
• Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed
• Accurately pick product orders
• Ability to organize and properly structure a pallet
•  All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
• Must have the ability to work extended hours while standing 

Physical Demands: 

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions 
• Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend 
• Must be able to work extended hours while standing
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center
• Lifting up to 40 pounds