Job Overview
The Manufacturing Warehouse / Material Technician supports production and warehouse operations in a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility by ensuring materials, equipment, and work areas are ready to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing.
This is a hands‑on, hybrid role working across the manufacturing floor and warehouse. The position reports to the Production Manager and plays a key role in material flow, equipment readiness, safety compliance, and product quality.
Schedule & Shift Details
- 12‑hour shifts
- $3.00/hour shift differential for night shifts
- Built‑in extended time off due to rotation
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Production Support
- Ensure production machines are supplied with required raw materials.
- Prepare materials and equipment for startups and changeovers.
- Assist with setup and monitoring of auxiliary equipment (e.g., blenders, grinders).
- Perform line clearances per established procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized work centers aligned with LEAN, 5S, and GMP standards.
- Support Process Technicians and relieve breaks as needed.
Warehouse & Material Handling
- Safely move raw materials and finished goods between warehouse and manufacturing areas.
- Maintain Pull Staging areas to ensure materials are clean, accurate, and production‑ready.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and barcode scanners.
- Verify pallet configurations, packaging materials, labels, and scans.
- Move finished goods to staging and ensure FIFO compliance.
- Perform cycle counts and correct inventory discrepancies.
- Assist shipping and receiving, including loading/unloading trailers as needed.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety policies including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and machine guarding.
- Wear required PPE and report unsafe conditions or near misses immediately.
- Maintain strict compliance with GMP, housekeeping, and quality standards.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 2+ years of forklift experience operating industrial material‑handling equipment.
- Ability to work 12‑hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Experience using scanners and basic inventory systems.
- Ability to follow safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
Preferred
- Manufacturing, production support, or warehouse experience.
- Exposure to LEAN, GMP, or regulated manufacturing environments.
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 30 lbs regularly.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
