Material Handler

Shifts Available: Day and Night

Work Location: Van Buren, Indiana

The anticipated start date for this position is March 2026

Role Snapshot:

As a Material Handler, you are at the center of our manufacturing operation ensuring ingredients, packaging, and finished products move seamlessly through the facility. Your work directly impacts production efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety. This role requires strong attention to detail, safe equipment operation, and a commitment to food manufacturing standards.

Compensation & Highlights:

Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a schedule that gives you half the year off.

• Earn $19.50/hour
• Night shift premium: $3/hr
• Sunday overtime pays double-time
• Steady shifts: Day or Night
• Recharge with 3 weeks PTO in your first year
• Strong benefits: Medical, dental, vision & life insurance starting the month after 30 days
• Secure your future: 401(k) with 100% company match up to 10%
• Tuition reimbursement for continued growth
• Access wages early when needed

Primary Accountabilities:

End-to-End Material Flow

• Stage and deliver raw ingredients and packaging materials to production lines to meet scheduled demand.
• Transfer unused materials back to designated storage areas following proper procedures.
• Remove finished product from production lines and position it for storage or shipment.
• Support dock operations by assisting with inbound and outbound freight.

Inventory Integrity

• Record all material movements accurately using warehouse management systems and manual tracking tools.
• Execute FIFO and FEFO practices to ensure freshness and traceability.
• Monitor material conditions and report damage, shortages, or quality concerns.
• Assist with cycle counts, audits, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain orderly storage locations to support accuracy and efficiency.

Equipment & Facility Standards

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Keep warehouse, production, and staging areas clean, organized, and audit ready.
• Follow GMPs, food safety regulations, and company safety policies without exception.

Operational Communication

• Partner with production, warehouse, and leadership teams to support daily output goals.
• Communicate delays, inventory issues, or operational risks in real time.
• Participate in structured shift transitions to maintain continuity across teams.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support operational priorities.

Performance & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve material flow, layout, and handling processes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability in day-to-day operations.

Weaver’s Mission & Values:

COMMITTED TO EACH OTHER
Show up every day ready to contribute.
Approach challenges with a problem-solving attitude.

TRUSTWORHY IN ALL RELATIONSHIPS
Communicate openly and honestly.

Meet goals and deadlines, keep promises, demonstrate reliability, and deliver on your commitments.

UNITED IN PURPOSE AS A TEAM
Support our teammates' individual and collective goals.
Acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of individuals and teammates.

FOSTER A CULTURE OF POSITIVITY
Approach challenges with the determination to turn them into opportunities.
Tackle projects with enthusiasm and a “can-do”, continuous improvement mindset.

COMMITTED TO GROWTH
Contribute to ideas that lead to enhanced productivity and better results.
Show a strong commitment to personal and professional growth, seeking out feedback and learning opportunities to enhance performance.

Come Grow with Us. People, Popcorn, Prosperity. Every Kernel Counts.

A Place for Second Chances:

We proudly support second-chance hiring. A past conviction or pending charge does not automatically disqualify you. Just be open and transparent during the process so we can review your application fairly.

Opportunity and Inclusion Statement:

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to opportunity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can succeed. Employment and hiring decisions are made based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and strengthens our company culture. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

Required

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform job duties effectively and safely.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• AS400 knowledge
• 1-2 years of experience operating an industrial powered trucks, primarily sit-down forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment