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Material Handler, 1st Shift
Material Handler, 1st ShiftMaine Staffing • Sanford, ME, US
Material Handler, 1st Shift

Material Handler, 1st Shift

Maine Staffing • Sanford, ME, US
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Material Handler

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core valuesCaring, Inclusive, and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

The Material Handler is responsible for activities that support the movement and control of materials in the facility. This role works together with a team to achieve business objectives of safety, quality, productivity, customer service, cost, and environmental protection. The material handler works within a structure that requires strong partnership with support functions and with other team members to manage workflow. This will be a second shift position with working hours from 7 a.m. - 3 : 30 p.m. Monday - Friday.

Key Accountabilities

  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Productivity
  • Leadership

Core Responsibilities

  • Material movement activities including the receiving, sampling, staging of materials for production.
  • EOHS responsibilities including understanding and adherence to all facility requirements.
  • Equipment responsibilities including safe operation, maintenance, and site training for all powered lifts.
  • Quality responsibilities including receiving inspections, sampling, daily housekeeping, and cGMP / Micro compliance for all material storage.
  • Control inventory via accurate physical and SAP / Warehouse Management System (WMS) tracking of the quantity and movement of every material.
  • Perform housekeeping protocols / audits, management of storage areas, visual workplace (VWP) continuous improvement, and driver hosting.

    • Key Competencies

  • Attention to detail with the ability to follow all procedures.
  • Neatly, accurately and precisely documenting tasks.
  • Utilize basic math skills during batch control to ensure accurate inventories of each material.
  • Computer skills to operate controls (such as scale interface, handheld scanner, SAP computer transactions, computer email).
  • Aptitude to quickly learn new relevant computer skills.
  • Strong communication skills with ability to understand and assess team production performance via visual, written, and verbal communications.
  • Problem solving skills to apply data-driven continuous improvement tools such as Root Cause Analyses to resolve issues and improve results.
  • Leadership to take initiative for continuous improvement and act according to Managing With Respect principles.
  • Teamwork to work closely with others to achieve shared goals.

    • Education

    High School Diploma or equivalent required.

    Experience and Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment, including experience with safety and quality systems required, preferably in a Material Handling capacity.
  • Demonstrated computer skills to use SAP / WMS System for transactions and troubleshooting.
  • Skill at adding / subtracting / multiplying / dividing with consistent accuracy.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to work on feet for extended periods in a fast-paced environment with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to meet shift requirements with excellent attendance.
  • Ability to work mandatory overtime including weekend work when needed.
  • Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.

    • Compensation and Benefits

    Salary Range $23.00 - $23.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits : Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation / PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

    Our Commitment to Inclusion

    Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https : / / docs.google.com / forms / d / e / 1FAIpQLSdaxk_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg / viewform) should you require accommodation. For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https : / / www.colgatepalmolive.com / content / dam / cp-sites / corporate / corporate / en_us / corp / locale-assets / pdf / colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) .

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