Responsible and accountable for all warehouse areas and related activities including, but not limited to, the pulling and return to proper storage of labels and other packaging supplies, shipping/receiving, FE-FO stock rotation of raw materials, lot tracking, and proper storage of all materials. **Employee Type:** Full time **Location:** IL Elk Grove **Job Type:** Production Group **Job Posting Title:** Material Handler **Job Description:** **Schedule:** 1st Shift 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday - Friday, with rotating for Saturday work based on production schedule. **Work Location:** 1325 Chase Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 **Benefits:** Based on Union Contract Provisions **Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** 1st Shift: $20.71 per hour. **Key Result Accountabilities** Properly unload and inspect incoming materials (ingredients, bulk tankers, packaging, supplies, etc.) according to the appropriate SOPs. Verify quantities and compliance of received materials and properly tag and place materials in their appropriate area per the SOPs for receiving. Ensure QC approves incoming material before stocking and or use. Incoming materials shall be tagged and placed in their appropriate place during the shift they were received, along with incoming materials left over from the previous shift. Properly picking and staging orders by the item number shipment to the 3PL LaGrou. Prepares finished goods for shipment and provide information on bills of landing (i.e. counts, lots). Load correct finished goods on appropriate carrier following Shipping SOP and ensure that the quantities and paperwork are correct. Provides materials to the production area as needed while maintaining proper stock rotation (FE-FO) by lot code if applicable. Return material to the appropriate location after being used in production according to the appropriate SOP. Pick-up, delivery, or transfer of raw materials or finished goods USING FEFO STOCK ROTATION as needed. As needed staging of pre-batch skids on correct racks per SOP for Staging of Pre-batch Skids Maintain an organized and clean work area (warehouse(s), loading dock(s), outside areas) according to the appropriate SOP’s and GMP’s. Performs a daily inspection of warehouse facilities to assure cleanliness, organization, proper storage of materials (consolidation of partial pallets of finished goods, like materials on same pallet, FE-FO stock rotation, etc.) Moves bottles and boxes to packaging line and removes packed products as needed. Will assist with inventories as warranted. Participates on plant teams and committees. Adheres to company’s safety, conduct, sanitation, and GMP policies. Perform other duties as assigned by plant supervision. **Qualifications** + Positive Mental Attitude + Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with associates + Ability to operate a fork lift in a safe manner + Possess good math and reading skills (office paperwork skills) + Has a positive approach to challenge solving. Is a “team” player + Performs work in a safe and timely manner with minimal direct supervision + Capable of lifting 50 pounds using safe lifting techniques + Six (6) months experience + Valid driver’s license and good driving record + forklift training (documented) + Knowledge of food plant Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) **Environmental Working Conditions** Employees must comply with all safety policies and safe work procedures established by the company. Job tasks may also involve: Using personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and other equipment as established in company policies and safe work procedures. Compliant with the uniform policy. Lifting up to 50 pounds, anything over should seek assistance. Frequent carrying, bending, standing, sitting, and repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial trucks. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees will be expected to attend safety training, serve on the facility safety committee and participate in hazard analysis and resolution. **We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation based on the union contract provisions.** **EEO Statement:** Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy. As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas. By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers. To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.