Material Handler (1st Shift)
Rapidly growing and expanding organization with a great opportunity to grow in your career!
New Berlin, WI 
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Posted 19 days ago
Job Description
It is an exciting time to be part of the Fortress Nutrition team! We are growing rapidly and launching a brand new 3rd shift to expand our high-speed canning/beverage production capabilities. If you have a passion for material handling and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment, we would love to have you apply today!


The standard hours of this position are 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday.



Job Summary: The Material Handler will work as part of the Operations team under supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor to maintain production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies, and staging finished products. The Material Handler will prepare finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, crating, loading, and securing product.



What You'll Do:
  • Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock, recording location of inventory.
  • Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders.
  • Maintain in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies.
  • Efficiently stack and safely stores products in their designated area.
  • Document material and supply disposition by recording units delivered and location of units.
  • Receive credit-return material and supplies from production by verifying materials and supplies code and lot number and quantity, placing materials in stock.
  • Prepare finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, crating, loading, and securing product.
  • Document product shipments by recording units shipped.
  • Maintain material handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and making operator repairs.
  • Comply with OSHA standards; Learn and adhere to FDA and GMP standards.
  • Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.

What We're Looking For:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required
  • 2+ years of material handling experience is required - preferably reach and stand up pacer
  • Basic computer skills (MS Office, Excel and Word)
  • Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
  • Dealing with complexity, analyzing information, and inventory control
  • Punctuality, reliability and exceptional work ethic are essential
  • Must be able to meet production standards and follow work instructions.
  • Ability to solve problems, work independently and collaboratively with others
  • Ability to easily adapt to changes in priorities
  • May work overtime, evenings, or weekends in order to complete work, as directed and authorized by management
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery
  • Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to eight (8) or more hours in a single shift
 

Why Fortress Nutrition – Check Out Our Company Benefits & Perks:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Double Time Pay for Hours Over 50 Per Week!
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • HSA Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
  • Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match & Aggressive ROI
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • $1,500 Referral Bonus - Uncapped!
  • ...and more!!!


About Us: Fortress Nutrition is a full-service dry powder & nutritional supplement, and RTD (ready-to-drink) beverage contract manufacturing partner. From research and development to manufacturing and packaging, we partner with small to large clients to provide them with all their contract manufacturing and logistics needs. We provide unrivaled expertise in formulation development, blending, packaging, quality control, and fulfillment services. To learn more about Fortress Nutrition, please visit our website at www.fortressllc.com!


Fortress Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Special Notes/Instructions
Applicants should apply using the CircaWorks.com online application or submit your resume directly to careers@fortressllc.com!
Contact Information
careers@fortressllc.com
Job Summary
Start Date
ASAP
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
8:00am-4:30pm
Salary and Benefits
$19-$21 per hour
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2+ years
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