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Warehouse Associate

At Nestl Health Science, we believe in merging nutrition, science, and wellness to empower healthier lives. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, and benefits to support wellbeing. Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies, and procedures. The warehouse associate will perform a variety of tasks within the manufacturing facility with a focus in the warehouse department. This will include basic warehouse functions and material handling. Operates various equipment in warehouse and/or production areas. Associates are also responsible for routine checks on equipment, and visual quality checks.

Schedule: 2nd Shift, 2:00pm - 10:30pm (Monday through Friday)

Responsibilities:

• Must operate various manufacturing/warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, floor scrubber, etc.) in a mass/high volume production environment.
• Ability to read and follow operating and/or written procedures to conduct assigned tasks safely and within standard time.
• Perform all functions according to Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) meeting required production standards.
• Fully trained and qualified in all operating instructions, SOP's, JHA, and area specific technical instructions for assigned role.
• Perform routine machine checks on material handling equipment as necessary.
• Perform warehouse transactions into inventory tracking software.
• Perform order picking and raw material kitting to support production and service needs.
• Prepare raw material samples for analytical testing.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure product meets dimensional and appearance requirements.
• Engage in Daily Shift meetings using 2 way communications to review shift actual results to goals. Take individual accountability in assisting the team in identifying and closing actions to resolve problems.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment through the use of visual management tools and standards; responsible for proper waste disposal.
• Coordinate activities within a team environment and be flexible in adapting to changing work environment. Follow escalation process, standard work, and assist team in "Why Why" Problem Solving Analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience, Education, Certification, Licenses & Registrations, Skills, Physical Demands:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent experience required.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and speak English.
• 1-3 years of experience in high volume manufacturing or nutritional supplement in the food industry preferred.
• Basic mathematical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Capable of performing basic computer and data entry using PC hardware/software.
• Organized and Timely - Uses organization and good time management skills.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Must be able to multi-task and follow-up when responses are needed.
• Communicates effectively with others using both oral and written communication skills.
• Be a Team Player - Consistently acts as a member of the team.
• Work independently with minimal supervision once assignments or responsibilities are outlined and delegated.
• Display a strong sense of ownership for work.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Will work near and around moving mechanical parts.
• Must be able to see alpha/numbers on computer screen/paperwork.
• Must be able to pull, squat, kneel, stand, walk, climb and/or balance for 8 to 10 hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $17.00*. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The Nestl Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.