Sr. Material Handler-Whitestown, IN

Location: Whitestown, IN

At the Hershey Salty Snacks Company, we make brands that people love. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet, salty or a tasty twist of both, we offer a number of snacks to meet your needs. With our most recent acquisition, we are excited to be able to continue to deliver more Salty options, including Skinny Pop. Behind each moment of goodness is a diverse team focused on being part of something bigger. Come be a part of our dynamic team in Whitestown, IN as a Senior Material Handler!

Pay

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  Starting at $26.50/hour

  
  

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  Shift differential of $3.00/hourfor overnight shifts

  
  

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  Bi-weekly Pay

  
  

Total Rewards

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  Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision) - starting Day 1!

  
  

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  401 (k) Retirement Plan, with generous company match

  
  

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  Paid Time Off

  
  

Shifts

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  Orientation Week: provided prior to start date

  
  

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  Schedule: 2-2-2 schedule

  
  

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  12-hour shifts

  
  

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  Night Shift: 5:45pm-6:00am (Nights 2)

  
  

Candidate Process

Please note - communication will be through phone, email and text. To be considered, you must have access to a valid email address.

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  Qualified candidates will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview

  
  

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  Post offer background, physical and drug screen required

  
  

Job Summary

The Senior Material Handler is responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment, ensuring that bulk ingredients are handled in a safe, efficient, and timely manner as well as the safe and efficient operation of a forklift to transport raw materials and finished products throughout the plant in both our Warehouse and Ready to Eat Departments. The Senior Material Handler has experience working in a food manufacturing environment and a commitment to quality and safety. Our Senior Material Handler performs all Material Handler duties and other popcorn manufacturing duties as assigned by the shift supervisor or leadership team.

Responsibilities

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  Operate and monitor production / bulk ingredients equipment to ensure that products are produced or transferred in accordance with safety standards, production schedules and quality standards.

  
  

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  Perform routine checks on equipment, including cleaning and housekeeping of the workspace to ensure that machines operate at peak efficiency.

  
  

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  Complete Master Sanitation Schedule

  
  

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  Troubleshoot ingredients transfer equipment as needed to minimize downtime. Elevate repairs to the proper level if necessary.

  
  

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  Follow safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

  
  

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  Monitor the bulk ingredients unloading process. Ensure that bulk ingredients are routed to the proper storage vessels.

  
  

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  Maintain accurate records. Including but not limited to documenting deliveries, ingredient transfers, quality control records. Ensure COA documentation matches deliveries.

  
  

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  Ensure supply of bulk ingredients aligns with scheduled demand; communicate any questions or concerns with Production Scheduler.

  
  

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  Participate in training programs to develop knowledge and skills related to production equipment and processes.

  
  

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  Fill and empty kitchen oil tanks, load and unload trucks using a forklift.

  
  

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  Ensure exterior unloading areas are maintained and cleaned

  
  

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  Safely operate Powered Industrial Vehicles to move raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.

  
  

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  Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signals machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks.

  
  

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  Keep accurate inventory records and update the computer system with all material movement.

  
  

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  Properly tagging of all finished goods as they are produced and moving to the Warehouse staging areas.

  
  

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  Follow all SQF and GMP required for accurate records and lot tracking.

  
  

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  Assist with other tasks as assigned by plant management.

  
  

Requirements

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  High school diploma or equivalent

  
  

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  Minimum of 2 years of experience operating an industrial powered truck, primarily sit-down forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

  
  

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  Preferred experience of minimum of 2 years of experience operating production equipment in a food manufacturing environment

  
  

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  Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

  
  

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  Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

  
  

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  Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.

  
  

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  Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards related to forklift operations and other production equipment

  
  

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  Basic computer skills for record-keeping and equipment monitoring.

  
  

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  Ability to learn SAP and Visitrak systems to support product movement and tracking.

  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.