Columbia, South Carolina, United States
18 hours ago
Materials Handler (Forklift)

Job Description:

Purpose of Role:

The primary responsibility of the Materials Handler is to perform all functions associated with the shipping department, including but not limited to:

Loading trucks, live loads, and staged loadsAbility to operate a forklift – (Expert Level)Operation of site yard dogDirect ship responsibility including proper disposition of hold products, food safety hold products and released productsWMS, BOL responsibility / accountabilitySupport Warehouse Area Lead with all activities associated with shipping department

Principal Accountabilities

Accurately record all transactions on the WMS inventory systemCommunicate with line and logistics operators to ensure materials are replenished in a timely mannerManage FIFO program regarding materials managementCross training will be required with other Logistic Material Handler positions.This position and all site associates are responsible for quality and food safety.

Mission Critical Competencies

Must have excellent communication skillsMust have the ability to prioritize workloadMust have excellent organizational skills

Key Functional Skills/Knowledge

The ability to lift 60 poundsForklift certifiedKnowledge of inventory computer systems WMSFood manufacturing experience and knowledge of food safetyKnowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices

Preferred Skills

Food manufacturing experience and knowledge of food safety.Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.Forklift certified.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.2+ years of manufacturing experience.Ability to lift 60 pounds.Ability to quickly respond.Mechanical troubleshooting abilityComputer literate with an ability to enter, record, maintain and retrieve information in a computer-based data collection system

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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