Warehouse Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Warehouse Associate-Material Handler

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Employee? Do you have proven experience and working knowledge of all the ins and outs of Warehousing and Material Handling? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and enjoy a fast-paced working environment? Bio-Plastic Solutions, an innovative, family-owned company, is looking for a Warehouse Associate/Material Handler candidate who has extensive experience (3-plus years minimum) of all things warehousing and material Handling- Comfortable using an Electric or Gas Forklift- Shipping/Receiving, Inventory Control, Use of ERP System, and attention to detail, all while following our company’s core values and mission statement (To exceed expectations in quality, innovation and value through continuous improvement and customer interactions. Our mission is based on actions and results, not words alone). Join a growing company with opportunities for significant professional advancement as we continue to expand.

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Based in Southern Minnesota for over 20 years, Bio-Plastic Solutions is located in Ellendale, MN. Individuals and families enjoy all the benefits of small-town living with easy access to larger communities like Owatonna (19-minute drive), Albert Lea (20-minute drive), and the Twin Cities (60-minute drive).
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Bio-Plastic Solutions is an industry leader in bioplastic engineering and the manufacturing of proprietary bio-based poly resins and products, all made in the USA. Bio-Plastic Solutions bio-based innovations are designed to provide alternative solutions for governments, organizations, and businesses that are committed to publicly utilizing environmentally sensitive products and processes. BPS is a leader in custom extrusion for OEM needs.
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For 23 years the Bio-Plastic Solutions team has been providing exceptional service to our regional, national, and international clients. We are on a mission to form lasting partnerships with our valued customers by understanding their challenges and creating solutions that address their needs. www.bioplasticsolutions.com
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Key Job Responsibilities

• Loading and Unloading Semi Truck Deliveries
• Use of Forklift, Pallet Wrapper, Banders, Air Powered Hand tools, Pallet Jacks, etc.
• Use of Inventory Scanners to move product from Location to Location as needed in Plant.
• Material Handling of product to different production lines to ensure operators have correct material needed.
• Detailed knowledge of all products, raw materials, packaging, and processes.
• Assist with preparing packaging and pallets for production employees. Confirm Packaging is correct per customers specs.
• Use of Manufacturing ERP system- Receiving in PO’s, Inventory Control, Cycle Counts, etc.
• Ability to work with others, assist where needed, and treat others with respect.
• Picking orders for Shipping
• Shipping Orders- Both Ground and Freight, Creation of BOL’s, Communication with Carriers.
• Participation in Company meetings, safety programs, training, etc.
• Kitting/Packaging post extrusion products.
• The position has staff on all shifts 24 hours per day for 4.5 days

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18-$22 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift [M-F]

Experience:

• Manufacturing Material Handling and Warehousing Experience Required, Fork Lift experience required, Shipping Experience preferred. ERP System experience required.

Work Location:

• One location

Typical start time:

• 1st shift - 6AM

Typical end time:

• 1st shift - 2PM

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes

Company's website:

• www.bioplasticsolutions.com

Work Remotely:

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18 - $22 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability: Day Shift

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Ellendale, MN 56026: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22