Material Handler- 1st shift - Rich Products : Job Details

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.Purpose StatementTo coordinate flow of raw materials, work in progress, and finished product effectively and accurately.Key Accountabilities and OutcomesMaintain a safe, clean, and organized work area in compliance with housekeeping safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.Adhere to GMP guidelines for personal practices regarding hygiene and cleanliness.Hand-stacking of individual cakes (eaches) to build pallets.Assist with manual conversion of eaches into cases using case packing equipment as necessary.Assist with Palletizer and Shrink Wrap operations as necessary.Keep work area clean.Provide coverage in other departments when needed.Other duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and ExperienceMust have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to read, write, and communicate about work instructions and safety information written in English.Must have the ability to write simple correspondence and effectively communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, other employees in the organization and vendors.Must possess basic math and computer skills.Able to work with minimal supervision.Skilled and Certified in Forklift Operation.Punctual and reliable work attendance.Ability to work as a team player.Self-motivated, able to take initiative and use sound judgment in day-to-day decision making.Professional and reliable with strong organizational and communication skills.Due to variability in the business needs, flexibility in working mandatory weekends and holidays is a requirement of this position.Ability and desire to train other associates.Previous material handler experience preferredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate degree of physical activity and coordination required.Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.Continuous standing and frequent walkingContinuous pushing/pulling/lifting/reachingWork in moderately loud environmentAble to work in a cold environment (-20 degrees Fahrenheit) with proper PPEWorks near moving mechanical partsVision requirements: Requires distance vision, color visions, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focusMust wear PPE and GMP appropriate for the position: protective eyewear (when needed), non-slip footwear, hair net, beard net (if applicable), nitrile food-grade gloves.Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich's”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Associate Experience Network at [email protected] you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.