Material Handler, 2nd shift (2:30pm - 11:00pm)

Sunstar Americas, Inc. is a global leader in the oral care industry and the manufacturer and distributor of GUM oral care products and solutions.
We serve dental professionals and consumers in 80 countries worldwide and are driven by a mission: to enhance the health and well-being of people everywhere through high-quality, innovative oral care products and solutions.

We are seeking a Material Handler to join Department 153. The Material Handler will perform duties to store and distribute incoming materials to either production departments or warehouse. Produce electronic pick lists and pull materials for work orders. Return all unused materials to warehouse.

In this position you will use your experience to:

• Review production schedule for shift to determine required raw materials. Produce/prepare electronic pick lists for warehouse, retrieve materials and locate in appropriate staging area.
• Perform routine cleaning/maintenance requirements on equipment used within dept. or used within job tasks as required in a safe and effective manner
• Remove finished goods and place on skids in appropriate staging area.
• Replenish skids of product, boxes, cartons, and components as required following delivery from the warehouse
• Pick material from the warehouse when required.
• Maintain stock room and stocking locations in orderly condition
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Sort and store all raw materials in departmental locations.
• Keep Packaging machines stocked and ready to run production at all times. Assure that the area is well stocked and organized in order to minimize errors.
• Move finished goods and/or work in process from manufacturing areas to staging line.
• Move raw materials to production departments upon receipt from the warehouse.
• Return unused items from production departments to warehouse as needed by performing return transaction on the computer
• Place stock items in appropriate storage location and note location in computer system.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to read and follow SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions/direction
• Basic Computer and Math skills required
• Good communication skills and detail oriented
• Initiative & Follow-up
• Inclusiveness/Teamwork: respects the ideas and contributions of everyone
• Quality & Continuous Improvement: strives for efficient, high quality performance in themselves and the department
• Ability to interact effectively with multiple groups and departments as part of regular job function e.g. co-workers, peers, supervisors, shipping/receiving, warehouse, Engineering, Planning, etc.
• Meet all requirements to qualify for certification in the use of powered forklifts, i.e. Driver’s License. Will receive training in Forklift Safety and Operation and will be required to obtain recertification as needed.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, Life and disability insurance plans along with enhanced Dental benefits.
• Wellness program including an onsite fitness center.
• 401K retirement plan with 5% employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
• 401k profit sharing contribution based on company performance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Competitive annual bonus and sales incentive programs

Employee Perks:

• On-site café featuring daily specials with dinner-to-go options.
• Miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
• Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
• Professional development and training classes

The employer is subject to certain governmental record keeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, the employer invites employees to voluntarily self-identify their gender, and race or ethnicity. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or terms or conditions of employment. Information collected will be used for EEO-1 reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other personnel records, only accessed by Authorized Users. Information collected will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual.

The pay range for this position Material Handler is $18.16 to $24.30 plus applicable shift differential. However, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus depending on company performance.

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