We are currently seeking a full-time Stores Utility to join our team in our manufacturing facility. This role works 8 hour shifts 5 days a week.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Receive incoming raw materials and supplies through the use of SAP.  Responsible for all receipt transactions, supplier lot codes, proper weighing of all materials, and temperature checks of trucks.
• Store raw materials in appropriate location (coolers, freezers, dry racks) through the use of the SAP location system.
• Operation of forklift in a safe manner.
• Completion of monthly cycle counting for all materials.
• Stage raw materials for packaging or production through the use of SAP.  Accountable for inventory accuracy, FEFO rotation of all materials and traceability.
• Accurately complete all required documentation and system transactions.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with the company’s safety guidelines.
• Perform job rotations during scheduled workday depending on production needs.
• Assure proper movement of raw material through stores process in a timely manner and assure absence of down time.
• Assure that all deployment schedules are followed while working in shipping.
• Load trucks accordingly and in the proper manner
• Preparation and shipping of UPS packages.
• Stretch wraps all pallets from packaging lines.
• Assure that all pallets are marked accordingly and placed in the correct location based on deployment sheet.
• Keep transfer sheet updated with pallet codes, numbers and quantities for verification upon load completion.
• Receives raw materials, packaging containers, supplies and equipment by unloading trucks; items are moved by handcart and forklift.
• Check items, quantities, and weights against purchasing lists provided by supervisor to assure that they are the same as those ordered.  Notes quantities of items received; notifies Quality Assurance to examine and approve for acceptance any raw materials received.
• Places clearly identified stock in appropri­ate temporary or permanent storage rack locations or in refrige­rator freezer or cooler area in accordance with specific oral or written instructions or established methods.
• Organizes stock according to specific locations.  Places color-coded and numerically coded stickers on products to indicate week and month of receipt.  Moves and rotates stock so it is accessible to users.
• Stage raw materials and packaging for multiple operations using "pull" sheets.
• Responsible for calling the vendor to pick up used pallets.
• Assists the USDA inspector with the stamping of export orders.
• Dispose of trash, run floor scrubber and or mop and clean work area thoroughly.
• Work overtime as assigned by supervisor. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior certification for driving forklift, electric pallet jack, and hand jack.
• Must be a team player, willing to help in all areas.
• Proficient with computer use; familiar with SAP and standard Microsoft Office Software.
• Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or with a team with excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with other team members.
• Willingness and ability to work with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold & cold).
• Ability to work safely and multi-task in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment.
• Ability to move/lift 75 lbs occasionally, basic math, and reading skills.
• Three months Nestle factory experience is preferred.