Material Handler I

COMPANY INFORMATION

Probi® is a global company focused exclusively on researching, manufacturing, and delivering probiotics for supplements and functional food. We are experts at managing stable, live bacteria from R&D through every stage of the manufacturing process and are dedicated to making the health-enhancing benefits of probiotics available to people everywhere. Our health concepts, formulations, and formats are supported by robust clinical documentation. Since our founding in 1991 at Sweden’s Lund University, Probi® has expanded its operations to more than 40 markets. 

We are currently in the need of a Full-time employee to work in our Lafayette, CO, facility. Schedule: Monday through Friday - 7:00am to 3:30pm, overtime as necessary. Ability to be flexible.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting with distribution needs of materials from receiving through shipping. This position will perform each essential function to ensure orders are accurate and received to internal and external customers on time and right first time. Works under the close supervision of the Materials Manager to ship final product, assist in monthly and yearly inventory counts and issue material to packaging and production departments as needed.

KEY JOB DUTIES

• Receive inbound material. Cross reference, enter into systems, label and stage in a timely and accurate manner. Put materials in proper locations following all policies including allergen handling and quarantine procedures. Examine and inspect for damage and defects.
• Pull, deliver, and stage orders from a pull/pick sheet for production and packing in a timely and accurate manner using proper procedures.
• Return partials to inventory appropriately.
• Load and unload trailers in a safe manner.
• Assist in performing physical inventory and cycle counts. Rotate stock and keep bin locations organized.
• Prepare orders for shipment.
• Perform physical destruction of materials that need to be destructed. Follow applicable procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area and warehouse.
• Operate and maintain forklift(s) in a safe manner.
• Communicate professionally and timely with other team members in the company.
• Ability to use company systems as necessary.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, creativity, accuracy, and efficiency in support of the company target objectives.
• Perform all other special projects or duties as assigned.
  

COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read, write, and converse in the English language.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• Must be able to work in a variety of conditions: noise, dust, heavy lifting, repetitive motion, standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to recognize audible hazards.
• Able to lift and move 50lbs from the floor to a height of 48 inches multiple times a day.
• Ability to lift, twist, crawl, reach, grab, bend, climb, perform similar activities as needed and stand for long periods.
• Follow GMP, PPE, and company safety policies in performance of job duties.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Perform other projects / duties as assigned.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED
• One or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or General Warehouse experience.
• Valid Forklift License
  

BENEFITS FOR US EMPLOYEES

$1,000 Bonus for new hourly employees! Paid on a graduated payment schedule: $100 after 2 weeks, $200 after 30 days, $300 after 60 days, $400 after 6 months! (Paid on the corresponding paycheck)

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage available after 30 days (and start of the next month) with 85% paid by employer for employee and 20% for dependents.
• Long and short-term disability insurance at no cost to employee.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) accrues on hire with up to 4 weeks (20 days) for new hire and increases with years of service.
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year.
• Annual safety shoe vouchers, daily uniforms, provided by Probi.
• 17 hours of Volunteer time out in the community, per calendar year. 
• $100 Wellness dollar, per calendar year. 
• Membership in 401K and Roth plan after 6 months with up to 4% employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement program.
• Team-building events throughout the year.
• Employee Referral Program.
  

As part of our interview process, we have partnered with Alva Labs to help us place the right people in the right role as we believe in the use of science-based and fair assessment methods. Therefore, as part of our recruitment process, the Alva Labs assessments will help us increase our hiring success by identifying the candidates that are most likely to thrive and be successful in the role. Please be on the lookout for an email from Alva Labs with the link to take our online psychometric assessment. The psychometric assessments will help determine if a candidate has the right Logic traits and Personality Traits for the position. Please complete the assessment to be considered further in our hiring process. 

Probi USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other protected factor.  

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