Material Handler

Company Description

When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward.

The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, BiFi, Peperami, Wild River, Golden Island and Country Fresh Meats.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The basic function of a Material Handler is to supply product to the production linesin order tokeep the lines running ina timelyandaccuratemanner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities ofthis position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

• Responsible for moving product to and from the production linesin order tokeep the machines running.

• Responsible for processing within product specifications.

• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment to move items

• Follow all safety procedures and regulations

• Adheres to all Food Safety Quality requirements

• Maintainaccuraterecords of product movement

• Responsible for all job rotation tasks such as placing empty container son line,observing filling process, repackaging boxes, stacking product on pallets, etc. inan accurateandtimelymanner.

• Maintains a safe and clean work area.

• Readily accepts, and adapts quickly, to any task/productionlinereassignment and works closely and cooperates with any reassigned team leader and team members toaccomplishproduction requirements.

• Cooperates and communicates well with co-workers and strives at all timesto promote teamwork, build teamspiritand heighten morale.

• Demonstrates a positive attitude and consideration towards fellow employees.

• Participates actively in any training program that is made available by the company.

• Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned.

• Performs work duties and responsibilities in accordance with
  
  Good Manufacturing Practices.

(i.e.: wears hairnet/beardnet, andcleanclothesat all times, washes hands when returning to work area, does not wear jewelry, does not have objects in mouth (gum, candy, tobacco) while working, does not bring food into plant except in break room, etc.)

• Completes paperwork and documentation inan accurate,neatandtimelymanner. (ie: production tickets, downtime reports, etc.)

• Is knowledgeable of all company rules, regulations, policies and procedures and complies with them at all times.
  
  Follows all departmental Standard Operating Procedures andreviewsthem regularly.

• Performs other duties and assumesadditionalresponsibilitiesas necessary.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Preferred Education:

High School Diploma or GED are preferred

Preferred Experience:

Experience using Forklifts, Pallet Jacksor other equipment to move product

Experience in a Manufacturing environment beneficial

REQUIRED SKILLS,KNOWLEDGEANDABILITIES

• Ability to…