Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Material Handler – Manufacturing

Company: Roskam Foods
Department: Production

Location: Grand Rapids, MI – Knoll Warehouse

Shift: 3^rd Shift 
Employment Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports To: Shipping Supervisor

Job Description

Keep Production Moving at Roskam Foods!

Roskam Foods is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Material Handler to support daily manufacturing operations. In this hands-on position, you'll transport and stage materials, maintain accurate inventory records, and ensure production lines have the supplies they need to operate efficiently.

If you have forklift experience, enjoy staying active, and take pride in keeping operations organized and running smoothly, we'd like to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Transport, load, unload, and stage raw materials and finished products throughout the facility.
• Operate forklifts and other approved material-handling equipment safely.
• Anticipate production-line material needs and ensure supplies are available to prevent interruptions.
• Follow First In, First Out (FIFO) inventory procedures.
• Verify product loads and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Weigh, label, scan, and record materials and production information.
• Move pallets, skids, containers, and products to designated locations.
• Inspect equipment, materials, and loads for damage, defects, or safety concerns.
• Report inventory discrepancies, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain organized work areas and follow established safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• At least 6 months of forklift operating experience.
• Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to organize work and anticipate production needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with production and shipping teams.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse duties, including lifting 26–50 lbs., pushing, pulling, bending, and standing or walking throughout the workday.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with RF Smart or Microsoft Dynamics inventory systems.

Work Environment

This position involves active warehouse and production work, including standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials. Occasional exposure to hot or cold environments may occur.

Join Roskam Foods

If you're an experienced forklift operator who values safety, teamwork, and keeping production on schedule, apply today to join Roskam Foods!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.