What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Material Handler position at ByHeart?
ByHeart is an infant nutrition company built from the ground up to deliver real innovation on behalf of babies and parents. Our mission is simple: make the best formula in the world. That's why we studied the latest breast milk science, worked directly with suppliers we know and trust, set uncompromising quality standards, developed our own small batch blending process, built our own manufacturing facilities, and conducted a groundbreaking clinical trial. Our goal is to create a future where all parents feel amazing about feeding their baby—no matter how they do it.
When we launched our Whole Nutrition Infant Formula in March 2022, we were the first new U.S infant formula manufacturer in 15 years. Since then, we've been leading the way in a lot of ways.
We're…
- The only U.S.-made infant formula to use organic, grass-fed whole milk
- The first and only U.S. infant formula company to add the two most abundant proteins found in breast milk—alpha-lac and lactoferrin—to our ingredients list
- The first infant formula company to receive Clean Label Project's Purity Award (and we test for 700 contaminants vs the required 400)
- We ran the largest clinical trial by a new infant formula brand in 25 years—clinically proving our benefits vs a leading infant formula like:
- Less spit up
- Softer poops
- Easier digestion
- More efficient weight gain
- Enhanced nutrient absorption
- Longer stretches between nighttime feeds*
With >$400M in funding, we're shifting the industry forward—and this is just the beginning. Help us build a future where all parents can feel amazing about feeding, by joining our growing team of >300 people that stretches across the country.
We're proud to offer competitive, family-first benefits, including but not limited to:
- Health insurance for the whole family: medical, dental, & vision insurance covered 100%, with 90% coverage for your family.
- Flexible paid time off: plus 12 company holidays, and 2 floating holidays to use at your discretion!
- 16-weeks of fully-paid parental leave and new parent support: free 1-year supply of formula, cozy feeding suites, and paid pumping time.
- Up to 6% 401(k) Match to help you plan for your future.
- Company equity for every employee: because when we succeed, we succeed together!
Visit our site to learn more, and check out some recent press on ByHeart:
- Entrepreneur: The Illusion of the Shelf – The Driving Force Behind Infant Formula Shortages, and What Needs to Change
- Forbes: A Startup Wanted To Make A Better Baby Formula. It Took Five Long Years.
- Business Insider: ByHeart Announces Published Data in a Scholarly Journal on Benefits of The Novel High Quality Protein Blend in Their Groundbreaking Next-Generation Easy to Digest Infant Formula
- Axios: Infant formula maker ByHeart raises $95 million
- BabyCenter: 2024 Best formula for Breastfed Babies
- New Modern Mom: The Clean Formula Moms Are Loving
- based on data from infants at approximately 4 months of age
Reports To: Production Shift Supervisor
Location: Allerton, Iowa
Start Date: ASAP
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Production Material Handler to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for forklift operation, handling mixes, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with various production and sanitation tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Forklift Operation: Safely operate forklifts to transport materials and products within the facility.
Mix Handling: Obtain, verify, and clean mixes as required to ensure consistency and quality.
Mix Dumping: Efficiently dump mixes while ensuring proper handling and minimal waste.
Dump Room Maintenance: Ensure the dump room is kept clean, organized, and in compliance with safety standards.
Material Handling: Transport bags from the Nucon area to the packing room in a safe and efficient manner.
SAP Data Entry: Accurately input data related to shroud bags into the SAP system.
Bag Management: Rack and wrap bags as required to maintain production flow.
Daily CIPs & Day Tank Make-Up: Assist with daily Clean-In-Place (CIP) procedures and day tank make-up tasks as directed.
Sanitation Support: Assist with sanitation breaks and additional cleaning activities as needed.
General Cleaning: Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of general work areas to ensure a safe and efficient production environment.
Skills & Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Previous experience in food manufacturing is preferred.
Forklift Certification: Forklift experience is a plus.
Personal Traits: Must be self-disciplined, a strong team player, and capable of handling emergency situations common to the production environment.
Sanitation & Safety: Ability to adhere to company cleanliness guidelines and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
