What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler - 1st Shift position at Richelieu Foods?
Material Handler Job Description
Job Summary
At Richelieu Foods, we make Great Food from Great People. We are looking for a 1st Shift Material Handler:
Essential Functions
Transport all needed supplies correctly and on time to the required line or pre-batch area.
Communicate with internal customers to determine proper quantities and placement of items needed
Responsible for complying with good manufacturing practices, maintaining proper sanitation and housekeeping in the area.
Properly put away any warehouse picks
Communicate and coordinate with other Material Handlers to ensure efficient operation of the department
Inform proper departments or supervisors of any issues or concerns
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Handle and transport materials and equipment as needed (E.g., Forklift operation)
Understand and verify the quantity/weight calculations to keep track of material consumption.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
2 Years of consistent and safe forklift operation on a stand-up forklift
The ability to read and understand line schedules and material needs
Positive attendance record
Safe operation of stand-up fork truck
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Competencies
Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.
Technical Capacity
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees
Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.
Good organizational skills required
Flexibility
Physical Demands
The work is classified as Light - Medium Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept. of Labors Dictionary of Occupational Titles. Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Constant (67-100%)
Lifting Demands: Lift up to waist Rarely 5 pounds
Lift on up to shoulder Rarely 5 pounds
Lift on up to overhead Rarely 5 pounds
Carry on up to 25 feet Rarely 5 pounds
Carry upstairs Rarely 5 pounds
We offer a fantastic opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation.
Founded in 1862, Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a private brand and contract packing food company with a rich history. Widely known in the food and supermarket industry for its superior array of private brand products, Richelieus principal business segment is retail frozen and deli pizza. Richelieu Foods provides the highest quality products and services with competitive pricing for our Retail, Corporate Brands, and Contract Packing customers. Richelieu Foods is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and operates three manufacturing facilities across the Midwest (Wheeling, IL; Beaver Dam, WI; Washington Court House, OH).
Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
This position is based out of our Wheeling, IL location.
Job Summary
At Richelieu Foods, we make Great Food from Great People. We are looking for a 1st Shift Material Handler:
Essential Functions
Transport all needed supplies correctly and on time to the required line or pre-batch area.
Communicate with internal customers to determine proper quantities and placement of items needed
Responsible for complying with good manufacturing practices, maintaining proper sanitation and housekeeping in the area.
Properly put away any warehouse picks
Communicate and coordinate with other Material Handlers to ensure efficient operation of the department
Inform proper departments or supervisors of any issues or concerns
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Handle and transport materials and equipment as needed (E.g., Forklift operation)
Understand and verify the quantity/weight calculations to keep track of material consumption.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
2 Years of consistent and safe forklift operation on a stand-up forklift
The ability to read and understand line schedules and material needs
Positive attendance record
Safe operation of stand-up fork truck
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Competencies
Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.
Technical Capacity
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees
Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.
Good organizational skills required
Flexibility
Physical Demands
The work is classified as Light - Medium Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept. of Labors Dictionary of Occupational Titles. Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Constant (67-100%)
Lifting Demands: Lift up to waist Rarely 5 pounds
Lift on up to shoulder Rarely 5 pounds
Lift on up to overhead Rarely 5 pounds
Carry on up to 25 feet Rarely 5 pounds
Carry upstairs Rarely 5 pounds
We offer a fantastic opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation.
Founded in 1862, Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a private brand and contract packing food company with a rich history. Widely known in the food and supermarket industry for its superior array of private brand products, Richelieus principal business segment is retail frozen and deli pizza. Richelieu Foods provides the highest quality products and services with competitive pricing for our Retail, Corporate Brands, and Contract Packing customers. Richelieu Foods is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and operates three manufacturing facilities across the Midwest (Wheeling, IL; Beaver Dam, WI; Washington Court House, OH).
Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
This position is based out of our Wheeling, IL location.
