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As a division of Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., PacMoore offers a portfolio of manufacturing services designed to provide added value to a wide range of food ingredients and branded manufacturers in the food industry.  Our extensive industry experience and capabilities is widely recognized in the industry for its' breadth of solutions with a particular focus on the high growth, on trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories.  PacMoore is well known in the industry as a high quality and innovative solution provider and enjoys a customer portfolio that ranges from long standing relationships with large ingredient suppliers to innovative start-up brands.   With the broad support of the Glanbia organization, PacMoore continues to grow overall capabilities while maintaining the highest quality services in the industry.

Position Summary

The Certified Warehouse or Manufacturing Associate is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment to transport materials throughout the facility. This role supports daily production and warehousing operations by ensuring materials are staged, stored, and delivered accurately and on time. The associate is expected to maintain a strong focus on safety compliance, product quality, equipment care, and housekeeping standards, while communicating effectively with team members to meet operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment in accordance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and safety training.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections and report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or hazards immediately.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrian traffic, obstacles, and changing worksite conditions to prevent accidents.
• Properly secure loads to ensure safe transport and storage of materials.

Material Handling & Operations

• Move raw materials, finished goods, and supplies to designated areas using forklifts or other equipment.
• Prepare merchandise for transport, including staging, packaging, labeling, and securing loads.
• Use radio or electronic communication systems to receive assignments and prioritize tasks.
• Accurately record product movement, inventory transactions, and required documentation.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect materials and finished goods for damage, accuracy, and quality compliance.
• Report damaged, missing, or non-conforming products according to established procedures.
• Handle materials in a manner that preserves product integrity and quality standards.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Perform routine equipment checks, basic maintenance, and battery or fuel management.
• Identify and report maintenance needs; do not operate unsafe or defective equipment.
• Keep forklifts and tools clean and in good working condition.

Housekeeping & Workplace Organization

• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas, aisles, and storage locations (5S principles where applicable).
• Properly dispose of waste and keep staging and dock areas clear and orderly.
• Support overall facility cleanliness to promote safety, efficiency, and professionalism.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification).
• Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and quality standards consistently.
• Basic recordkeeping and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and stand for extended periods as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in warehouse environments with varying temperatures.
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) as needed for inventory and documentation.

Communication

• Ability to read and follow instructions, safety information, and documentation in English.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to constant or intermittent noise; ear plugs are required.
• Exposure to dusts, chemicals, and allergens; safety gear including hard hats is required for bump protection and to prevent exposure to potential contaminants.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.