Material Handler - Nights

Job Description: Job: Material Handler (Military/Veteran Friendly) Shift: Days (6pm – 6:30am) Location: Royal Canin, Fremont, NE About Us Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world’s best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to start your tomorrow today. As part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision Life Insurance, Short- Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here. Position Purpose The Material Handler role functions as a member of an area team that is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. This role will operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Shipping Operators must ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Shipping Operators must have the skills set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives. We highly value the leadership, disciplined work ethic, and technical expertise of military veterans. Transitioning service members from logistics, supply, motor transport, and aviation support backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Safety Compliance: Always operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Strictly adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols. Equipment Operation (MHE): Operate materials handling equipment, specifically forklifts, at an expert level to move, stage, and stack inventory. Inventory Control: Perform periodic and routine physical inventories of raw materials in storage. Utilize automated logistics databases andWarehouse Management Systems (WMS) (such as GCSS or equivalent civilian/military inventory software) to maintain 100% accountability of stock. Preventive Maintenance Safety Checks: Conduct routine operator-level maintenance checks (analogous to militaryPMCS) on forklifts and warehouse equipment to ensure operational readiness. Shipping Receiving: Responsible for loading/unloading trucks, live loads, and staged loads. Manage and verify shipping documentation, includingBills of Lading (BOL), cargo manifests, and direct shipping logs. Quality Assurance: Execute direct ship responsibilities, including the proper containment, disposition, and tracking of food safety holds or released products. Team Support Housekeeping: Perform housekeeping and sanitation procedures to maintain strict food safety standards. Support the Warehouse Area Lead with daily operational taskings. Communication: Maintain clear, functional communication with team members to optimize safety, quality, and productivity. Physical Requirements Working Environment Standing on a concrete floor for extended periods. Mounting and dismounting a forklift frequently throughout the shift. Wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform). Bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs regularly. Ability to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes (such as moving from hot to cold climates, dust, dirt, and food-safe chemicals). Vision correctable to 20/20. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Be 18 y…

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