The Material Handler is responsible for safely operating Walk Behind Stackers to receive and transfer interplant product, place product in staging locations, and move packages, raw materials and finished goods to designated holding locations. The Material Handler regularly consults and coordinates with Production Supervisors and Line Leads to ensure all materials are moved on time in order to meet production schedules.

This opening supports the 2nd shift. Shift hours for this role are 4PM-12:30AM Monday-Friday, with rotating weekend overtime, on an as needed basis.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Operates walk behind stackers and other equipment following BRF safety procedures. Maintains awareness of pedestrian traffic, docks, and racking conditions always.
• Performs equipment inspection and documents any deficiencies as required.
• Inspects work area and maintains housekeeping to 5S, GMP and Food Safety standards always within shift.
• Per established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), receives and transfers interplant product, locates product in staging locations, moves packaging, raw material and finished goods to holding locations.
• Reports to Supervision any deficiencies that cannot be immediately corrected.
• Reports and takes actions required to correct or rework any damaged materials.
• Participates in internal audit programs and offers suggestions for improved operations.
• Consult and coordinate with Production Supervisor and Line Leads regarding weekly schedule and cook cards to guarantee all materials are provided to production as needed to meet the scheduled production date.
• Utilize SAP to transact materials following the appropriate processes such as transfers, issues, returns, and inventory adjustments.
• Utilize stretch wrapper for finished goods, printing and labeling with correct handling unit (HU).
• Helps maintain case erectors on assigned lined with steady flow and cases.
• Ensures material being wrapped meeting quality requirements in codes and leaks of product.
• File all job-related paperwork in accordance with department procedures.
• Follows all BRF Safety procedures and GMPs.
• Report all incidents/accidents to plant leaders.
• Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs such as stack cases.
• Effectively communicate the needs of production lines to the warehouse team utilizing radios.
• Support Inventory Control (IC), APO, and Plant Cleanliness roles.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Ability to obtain a Walk Behind Stacker License required, employees will be certified through a training program
• Effectively communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Willingness to offer suggestions on ways to improve assigned work.
• Ability to follow and implement written or oral instructions.
• Team player and constructive conflict management are key skills for success.
• Display the ability to multi-task and perform essential job duties with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to speak, read, write and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to comprehend directions and communicate with other employees in English.

At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!