Material Handler

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®. We’re growing! Hiring multiple associates to join our team due to a recent plant expansion! OVERVIEW The Material Handler is responsible loading, unloading, and moving materials within or near plant, yard, or work site. Additionally, the material handler is responsible for emptying super sacks and manually feeding sugar to production lines. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for following work orders and/or verbal instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, etc. using forklift Moves finished and raw materials Unloads and processes super sacks Manually feeds sugar to production lines Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained. Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action. May assist with shipping and receiving as needed All other duties as assigned WORK EXPERIENCES 1-2 years in an industrial manufacturing environment preferred Prior forklift or tow motor experience preferred. Ability to be certified is required. Proven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or general education degree (GED); equivalent experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES) The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, weekends as required 1st shift: 6am-2:30pm 2nd shift: 2pm-10:30pm 3rd shift: 10pm-6:30am COMPENSATION: Hourly rate $18.75-$22.70/hour based on experience. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time. 2nd Shift differential: $1.00/hr; 3rd Shift differential: $1.50/hr LOCATION OF ROLE Buffalo, NY We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.