Material Handler I - Days
Company: SunOpta
Location: Midlothian
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
SunOpta Overview:SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY) is a
U.S.-based, global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable,
plant-based food and beverages. Founded nearly 50 years ago,
SunOpta manufactures organic and specialty products sold through
retail and foodservice channels. SunOpta operates as a manufacturer
for leading natural and private label brands, and also proudly
produces its own brands, including SOWN -- , Dream -- and West Life
TM .Job Summary:Material Handler is responsible for operating all
energized and non-energized Forklift and Palletizing equipment
including Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Floor Scrubber, Palletizing
Robot and shrink wrap machines. They will ensure efficient
operation of equipment as well as maintaining all paperwork
accurately. Follow written and verbal instructions to ensure
quality and efficiency standards are being met. Assume
responsibility for safety, quality, and effective communication
relevant to shift and plant performance. Essential Functions of the
Job:
Responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate,
stack and count product. Pull and prepare product for shipment,
ensuring the exact number/type of product is loaded and shipped per
load sheets in an efficient manner, meeting customer service
standards. Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage
areas into trailers. Operate and be accountable for the safe and
efficient operation of the vehicle. Unload inbound shipments safely
and move product to storage locations. Ensure inbound/outbound
shipments are accurate and free of damage, reporting and quality
variances. Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that
inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical
inventories and proper stock rotation. Maintain all forklift
inspection prior to shift with accurate documentation. Conducts
required quality checks to assure standards are met. Maintain clean
and organized area around equipment. Maintains communications
within production team ensuring smooth shift transitions, etc.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
involving area equipment. Pick and load outbound trucks as per
paperwork. Unload and put away inbound trucks. Support mechanics in
appropriate maintenance activities. Monitor raw packaging material
and supplies to ensure it is supplied in an efficient manor to
support production. Maintain ingredients and material in a First
Expired First Out basis (FEFO). Troubleshoot and resolve basic to
moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment.
Collaborating with internal departments to locate missing packages,
fix incorrect deliveries and replace damaged products. Relieve
other production team members for breaks and absences as required.
Assisting with training of newly employed workers. Accurately
prepares and maintains all area paperwork. Complies with Good
Manufacturing Practices. All other duties, as assigned.Key
Accountabilities:Safety
Follows all plant safety rules.
Reports all accidents to the production supervisor. Serves an
active role in the plant safety program by attending safety
meetings, participating in monthly safety inspections, and
reporting any potential safety hazards to the safety committee or
Production Supervisor.Quality:
Adheres to all Quality Assurance System guidelines. Follows SOP's
to make machine adjustments. Follows SOP's on truck inspection for
loading and unloading. Responsible for compliance with the HACCP &
SQF program. Must adhere to and follow Good Manufacturing Practices
(GMP's). Responsible for accurate documentation.Housekeeping
Maintain a clean and organized work area. Cooperates with other
shifts and the management team in housekeeping endeavors. Perform
all warehouse Sanitation process with
documentation.Communications
As a member of the Materials team, ensures the effective shift
communication and teamwork with the other operators occurs each
scheduled shift. Maintains effective communication with members of
the support group. Maintain communication with shift supervisor as
well as Materials Manager.Teamwork and Training
Promotes and contributes to the development of teamwork among
materials team members. Assist in coaching and training employees
as requested by the management team.Personal Development
Continuous improvement of knowledge of batch output and all other
areas in the plant. Continuous improvement of knowledge of other
company warehouses.Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED. 2 years distribution experience.
Ability to operate a forklift, with a minimum of 3 or more years of
experience. RF Scanner experience. Experience with 100+ SKUs in a
fast-paced environment.Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years' experience in a food grade facility.Knowledge and
Skills:
Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret
instructions in various formats (written, oral, schedules,
diagrams). Ability to get along well with others, good
interpersonal skills. Ability to keep operating
logs/records.Additional Considerations:
Location: This position will be at the new SunOpta Plant in
Midlothian, TX. Shift: This will be a Day Shift position, M-F, 9 am
to 5:30 pm; 1/2-hour unpaid lunch break. Physical Demands: May
occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. May also stand for extended periods
of time.Please note this job description is not designed to cover
or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time,
with or without notice.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EOE
M/W/VET/DISABLED
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