Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Tandem Foods is expanding operations at our Omega facility with the launch of our new SL6 production line. As part of this exciting growth, we are building out our team across all three shifts and are looking for skilled talent to support our expanding operation.

The Material Handler is responsible for supporting the efficient movement, storage, and distribution of materials and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility. This role ensures production teams have the materials and supplies needed to maintain operations while supporting accurate inventory management and timely shipment of finished goods. The Material Handler operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment while maintaining organized and safe warehouse, production, and loading areas. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, organization, safety awareness, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Pull materials and supplies from inventory based on production orders and deliver them to designated production areas.
• Stage finished products and materials for distribution and shipment.
• Maintain organized stock and material storage areas to support efficient production and warehouse operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory by identifying, labeling, storing, and recording the location of materials and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and report material shortages as needed.
• Verify materials and supplies against production orders to ensure accurate quantities and product identification.
• Maintain in-process inventory at production work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies as required.
• Receive returned materials and supplies from production by verifying material codes, lot numbers, and quantities.
• Prepare finished products for shipment, including identifying, pulling, packing, crating, loading, and securing products.
• Accurately document material movements, deliveries, inventory locations, and product shipments.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to safely move materials throughout the facility and loading areas.
• Complete required pre-use inspections of material-handling equipment and report equipment issues as appropriate.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, loading docks, and designated storage areas.
• Open containers and sort, organize, and catalog materials as required.
• Maintain clean and organized inventory areas, loading areas, equipment, and workspaces.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures, food safety requirements, and company policies.

• Previous material handling, warehouse, manufacturing, or inventory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory control and material-handling processes preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar material-handling equipment preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and accurately interpret production and inventory information.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and data entry skills.
• Process improvement and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to safely lift and move materials as required by the position.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and workplace regulations.

Tandem Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.