Material Handler - NIGHTS - $24.62/hr

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.  #IWorkForAllForGood

Job Summary:

As a material handler, you will be responsible for the timely movement of all materials within your designated location and tracking the movement within the computerized systems to ensure proper tracking and inventory. 

Job Duties:

• Operate a forklift to move raw materials, packaging, finished product and other materials from one location to another.


• Use a computer and company systems to track all material movement transactions, both incoming and outgoing.


• Observe all GMP, Food Safety, and Employee Safety requirements.


• Load 53 foot trailers with a lift truck


• Shipping and receiving of products and materials


• Log incoming material and outgoing pallets into computer system


• Recognize shortages of materials in the system and order materials for next shift


• Follow detailed processes for assigned work to ensure proper completion.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be able to understand both written and verbal instructions in English.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Prior experience forklift/material handling experience in a manufacturing environment


• Previous experience working in the food industry is a plus


• Must be able to measure and understand tare weight.


• Strong attention to detail


• Mechanical aptitude


• Computer skills


• Basic Math skills


• Competency with weights and measures

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able lift up to 40 lbs.


• Must be able to repeatedly get on and off of a forklift safely.


• Must be able to work 8 hours per day and be on his/her feet for extended periods of time.


• Must be able to work in cold temperature environments when wearing proper attire.

Materne, North America offers a competitive compensation package which includes: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses, domestic partners & children; Retirement & Savings Plans, Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Materne, North America is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment drug-screening results and background investigation.

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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