Warehouse Operator (1st Shift)

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 
 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. 

Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.

 

Schedule: 1st Shift (6:00am - 2:30pm), Monday through Friday

 

The Warehouse Operator will perform a broader range of responsibilities than an Associate. The Individual will perform a variety of tasks within the manufacturing facility as needed, with a primary focus in the Warehouse department. This includes shipping/receiving finished goods, processing returns, inventory management, etc. In addition to performing the Associate responsibilities, the Warehouse Operator is responsible for the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must perform advanced manufacturing/warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet flipper, pallet jack, etc.) operations in a mass/high volume production environment.
• Must hold Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and operate company semi-truck to facilitate material movement between site and off-site warehouse on a daily basis.
• Ability to read and follow operating and/or written procedures to conduct assigned tasks safely and within standard time. 
• Perform all functions according to Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) meeting required production standards.
• Fully trained and qualified in all operating instructions, SOP’s, JHA, and area specific technical instructions for assigned role
• Perform warehouse transactions into inventory tracking software (AS400)
• Prepare, load and receive shipments of raw materials and finished goods
• Perform truck inspections to ensure food safety and quality assurance  
• Conducts periodic cycle counts of raw materials
• Conduct quality checks to ensure product meets dimensional and appearance requirements.
• Engage in Daily Shift meetings using 2 way communications to review shift actual results to goals. Take individual accountability in assisting the team in identifying and closing actions to resolve problems.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment through the use of visual management tools and standards; responsible for proper waste disposal. 
• Coordinate activities within a team environment and be flexible in adapting to changing work environment. Follow escalation process, standard work, and assist team in “Why Why” Problem Solving Analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required 
• Advanced forklift operations and DOT Hazardous Material Certification required
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent experience required 
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and speak English 
• 3-5 years of experience in high volume manufacturing or nutritional supplement in the food industry preferred
• Must be able to pull, squat, kneel, stand, walk, climb and/or balance for 8-10 hours. Our production environment does not contain sedentary work
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

 

SKILLS:

• Basic mathematical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Capable of performing basic computer and data entry using PC hardware/software
• Organized and Timely - Uses organization and good time management skills.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details o