Material Handler II (Forklift)

Material Handler II (Forklift)Join Litehouse as a Material Handler!Location: Lowell Shift: 1st Starting pay: $19.97/hr Additional Pay: 2nd shift is $1.50/hr, 3rd/D/C Shift is $3/hrWould you like to work for a 100% employee-owned food manufacturing company with an outstanding reputation as both a community leader and a great place to work? Litehouse Foods is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Material Handler II to join our team! If you're looking for a career-not just a job-in a company that values ownership, teamwork, and community, this is your opportunity.About Litehouse FoodsLitehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family 60 years ago. Since that time, we have become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these delicious products at our four U.S. facilities based in Michigan, Utah, Virginia, and Idaho. Litehouse offers its diverse portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods where Litehouse products are featured in meal and salad kits. We keep a strong commitment to our employees and the communities in which we operate.Great People Deserve Great Benefits!401(k) + 401(k) MatchingDental, Health, Vision InsuranceLife InsurancePaid Time Off + Additional Personal DayBiweekly pay8 Paid HolidaysPaid sick time after 6 monthsShift DifferentialsCareer advancement opportunities and recognition programsWhat You'll DoOperate powered industrial trucks (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.) to move, load, unload, and stack materialsPick and stack customer orders and receive vendor shipments accurately and safelyMaintain precise inventory records using handheld scanners and internal systemsEnsure proper stacking patterns and pallet configurations to meet quality and safety standardsKeep workspaces clean and organized through regular housekeeping dutiesUphold and follow Food Safety and Quality policies at all timesWork overtime and weekends as requiredWhat You Bring:High school diploma or GED strongly preferredForklift experience preferred (we'll provide certification if needed)Comfortable working in a cool, refrigerated environmentStrong attention to detail, self-motivation, and ability to work independentlyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and organizational skillsWe do not offer sponsorshipAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.