Material Handler - NY

Job TitleEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSelect/Inspect appropriate shipping container, per written instruction or regulations, and transfer the designated finished product to the correct weight and seal and label the container.Clean equipment, pumps and utensils per relevant SSOP's to ensure compliance with GMP requirements.Check to make sure all filters, pumps, and related equipment are operating properly, leak-free and sanitary before use.Maintain proper records of cleaning, inventory of container use and a labels and screening date after each product is packaged.Operate powered industrial equipmentincluding forklifts, pallet jacks, reach walkie stackers, and other material?handling equipmentin a safe and efficient mannerPerform tasks in accordance with proper GMP, HACCP, allergen, safety, ISO 9001:2015, EFfCI and SQF guidelines (as applicable).Work with compounding supervisor/compounder to stage materials for upcoming batchesRotate warehouse stock as needed, replenish compounding areas stock drums and fill transfer containers as neededMonitor and ensure proper mixing of compounded batches, sample to QC with proper paperworkThis position serves as a backup to the equipment cleaner and is cross-trained to perform required duties as operational needs arise.Required to attend annual refresher food safety training.On site annual competency testing is required.Responsible for maintaining the SQF, ISO 9001:2015 and EFfCI requirements.Any other duties as assigned by supervisorSafety and Compliance (Employee & Food Safety)Adhere to Bell's safety policies, including the use of required, company-supplied PPE (ex, lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, toe cap safety shoes, respirators, etc.), hazard communication, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).Participate in safety training, audits, and emergency preparedness drills.Act in a safe manner, inclusive of compliance with all OSHA standards. Employees are empowered to stop or refuse work if it cannot be performed safely.Maintain a safe and organized work environment; report and/or address unsafe conditions immediately.Support ongoing compliance with FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, Organic, HACCP, DEA, FSMA, and all other local, state, and Federal regulations.Support ongoing compliance with SQF, Kosher, Halal, and all other relevant food production rules and requirements.Uphold Food Defense and Food Safety processes and procedures.Support Bell's Quality Systems Policy, including document control, product traceability, crisis management, allergen management, and ongoing training.Physical DemandsThe role requires frequent standing, walking and sitting, Employees must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods during the shift.Manual Handling: Regular use of hands to handle, feel, and reach with arms is necessary. Tasks may involve climbing step ladders, balancing, pushing, pulling, and twisting.Lifting Requirements: Frequently required to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.Exposure to Warehouse Environment: The role involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and potentially toxic or caustic chemicals.Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends, is expected.Use of Equipment: Operation of material handling equipment, such as forklifts and hand-held barcode guns, is required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities RequirementsAbility to perform basic mathematical calculations and convert weights and volumes between English and metric units.Ability to convert English units of weight and volume to metric units of weight and volumeAbility to read and comprehend safety labels, manufacturing instructions, safety data sheets, digital scale readouts, correspondence, labels, code numbersAbility to follow verbal instructionsAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructionsAbility to deal with problems involving a few concrete variablesCompetenciesWorking knowledge of applicable quality, food safety, and regulatory systems; training provided.Technical CapacityEthical ConductCommunication ProficiencyResults DrivenInitiativeProblem SolvingReliability & AttendanceEducation, Training and/or Work Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or general education degreeAbility to read and understand instructions in EnglishKnowledge of the metric system is requiredForklift certification requiredEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.