Position Details

This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.  

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour for 1st shift, $21.25 per hour for 2nd shift and $20.75 for 3rd shift (includes shift differential). Salary Increase based on performance at 90 Day!

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the task to which they are assigned.

• Follow safe work practices and safety procedures outlined by Phibro Animal Health
• Follow quality procedures and work instructions
• Set up, inspect and perform all inventory movements to the production line
• Ensure proper material is placed in the correct micro bin, Supersack feeder, pre-weigh container, or bulk bin for consumption
• Add the appropriate ingredient and amount to the appropriate hand add station as directed by the batching software.
• Recognize and take appropriate actions to ensure the  proper labeling of packaging materials
• Execute safe and effective palletizing of material
• Preparation of sampling materials
• Operate forklift for movement of materials required for production
• Inspect, set up, and test equipment such as scales, load cells, and magnets
• Routine inspection of Control Points as outlined by HACCP
• Inspection of feed ingredients
• Assist in training employees on appropriate items
• Perform housekeeping and general cleaning duties for plant and employee safety
• Special projects and duties as assigned by the Lead Person

Competencies

     Operational

• Understands the ingredients and product formulations fundamentals
• Capable of taking production schedule and keep production line supplied with the proper ingredients and quantities.
• Possesses quantitative skills to measure and deliver material.
• Takes personal responsibility for the safety and quality of tasks assigned.
• Ability to safely operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other types of moving equipment.
• Physically able to lift 60lbs.

   Personal

• Thinks ahead and pays attention to detail
• Effective at organization and planning
• Will communicate within team to identify issues, make suggestions, for the benefit of the operation
• A goal oriented person who is continuously motivated by high standards
• A track record of working well as part of a high performance team

Education and Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Communication skills
• Ability to operate packaging and material handling equipment (desired)
• Ability to operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other types of moving equipment (desired)