Berry Global
3rd Shift MATERIAL HANDLER
Berry Global, Muscatine, Iowa, United States,
Overview:
About Berry
Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 250 global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. Are you ready to Make Your Mark at Berry? For more information, visit our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn or X.
Responsibilities:THIS POSITION HAS NO DIRECT MANAGEMENT OR SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESPOSITION SUMMARYThe Material Handler is responsible for keeping products neatly packaged, wrapped/palletized and labeled correctly. This position is responsible for ensuring that all products are stored in the warehouse according to the customer specifications. The Material Handler is responsible for keeping warehouse clean, neat and orderly. Additionally, this position inspects forklifts to verify that they are in proper working condition.KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibile for placing product in designated rows in warehouse neatly, evenly and accuratelySupply production area with needed raw materialsAssist in moving product into the print room when neededKnowledgeable in operating stretch wrap/shrink wrap machineEnsure labeling and packaging are correct prior to moving product into warehouseCommunicate with shipping and production supervisors dailyKnowledge of proper loading procedures to assist loaders when neededThe above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.Qualifications:REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESHigh school diploma or General Education degree (GED); vocational school; demonstrated mechanical abilityTwo or more years related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.Good hand-eye coordination is essentialThe employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlRegularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds. Required to regularly push or pull a pallet jack with 1500 pound loadFrequently exposed to fumes, or airborne particlesWill work near moving mechanical parts, and occasionally in outside weather conditionsPREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESPrevious production experience a plus but not requiredKEY BEHAVIORAL TRAITS FOR SUCCESSCommitment to Task: Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; give dedication to the position; demonstrate dependability in difficult circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting resultsCommunication: Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with internal/external customers; listen wellCustomer Focus: Able to demonstrate a high level of service deliveryEthics/Social Behavior: Understands and intergrates legal, ethical, and social considerations into decisions and behaviorsFlexibility/Adaptability: Able to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new informationOrganization of work/Attention to detail: Arranges and prioritzed activities, time and allocation of resources in setting realistic and measurable goalsDecision Making & Problem Solving: Able to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even while dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh optionsProfessional/Job/Business Knowledge: Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of own jobQuality/CIP: Able to maintain high standards despite pressing deadlinesTeamwork/Networking: Effectively works with others within and outside departmentTRAINING REQUIREMENTSSee Training Matrix
About Berry
Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 250 global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. Are you ready to Make Your Mark at Berry? For more information, visit our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn or X.
Responsibilities:THIS POSITION HAS NO DIRECT MANAGEMENT OR SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESPOSITION SUMMARYThe Material Handler is responsible for keeping products neatly packaged, wrapped/palletized and labeled correctly. This position is responsible for ensuring that all products are stored in the warehouse according to the customer specifications. The Material Handler is responsible for keeping warehouse clean, neat and orderly. Additionally, this position inspects forklifts to verify that they are in proper working condition.KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibile for placing product in designated rows in warehouse neatly, evenly and accuratelySupply production area with needed raw materialsAssist in moving product into the print room when neededKnowledgeable in operating stretch wrap/shrink wrap machineEnsure labeling and packaging are correct prior to moving product into warehouseCommunicate with shipping and production supervisors dailyKnowledge of proper loading procedures to assist loaders when neededThe above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.Qualifications:REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESHigh school diploma or General Education degree (GED); vocational school; demonstrated mechanical abilityTwo or more years related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.Good hand-eye coordination is essentialThe employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlRegularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds. Required to regularly push or pull a pallet jack with 1500 pound loadFrequently exposed to fumes, or airborne particlesWill work near moving mechanical parts, and occasionally in outside weather conditionsPREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESPrevious production experience a plus but not requiredKEY BEHAVIORAL TRAITS FOR SUCCESSCommitment to Task: Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; give dedication to the position; demonstrate dependability in difficult circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting resultsCommunication: Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with internal/external customers; listen wellCustomer Focus: Able to demonstrate a high level of service deliveryEthics/Social Behavior: Understands and intergrates legal, ethical, and social considerations into decisions and behaviorsFlexibility/Adaptability: Able to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new informationOrganization of work/Attention to detail: Arranges and prioritzed activities, time and allocation of resources in setting realistic and measurable goalsDecision Making & Problem Solving: Able to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even while dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh optionsProfessional/Job/Business Knowledge: Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of own jobQuality/CIP: Able to maintain high standards despite pressing deadlinesTeamwork/Networking: Effectively works with others within and outside departmentTRAINING REQUIREMENTSSee Training Matrix