Material Handler I (East Coast)

$43,680 - $52,416/Yr

Thistle Health - Burlington, NJ

Full-time

Burlington, NJ

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Material Handler I position at Thistle Health Inc. involves managing warehouse inventory, shipping and receiving functions, and documenting product orders. This full-time role is based in Burlington, NJ, and requires the handling of materials and inventory in a fast-paced food production environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production areas.
• Ensure all incoming delivery matches company purchase orders.
• Store materials in assigned locations.
• Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording the location of inventory.
• Operate various machinery, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and scissors lift, to handle materials and inventory; transport supplies to production and culinary teams.
• Contact vendors for pick-ups or returns.
• Comply with and adhere to all facility sanitation and safety regulations in food acceptance, storage, and distribution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2+ years warehouse receiving experience or experience working in a similar role required; warehouse-receiving experience in a high-volume food production facility highly preferred.
• Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time, which may also include working in a freezer environment.
• Ability to stand and bend for extended periods throughout the assigned shift while lifting up to 50lbs repetitively.
• Ability to effectively use equipment, including, but not limited to, hand tools, scales, and box-cutters.
• Self-motivated, able to work within tight deadlines.
• Able to solve basic problems (converting batch requirements).
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Working knowledge of food product materials preferred.
• Working knowledge of GMP manufacturing practices.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• State-designated food handlers certification required (must obtain within 30 days of hire).

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of food product materials preferred.
• Working knowledge of GMP manufacturing practices.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $21.00 - $25.20.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.