Material Handler I

Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.

About the role:

As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for providing support to the Warehouse Department, to perform manual duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies.

How will you contribute:

• Ensuring that materials and/or products are clearly marked and labeled for tracking and identification.

• Ensuring products are safely stored in warehouse manually and with forklift.

• Receive, count and ensure integrity of Raw materials, packaging components and supplies.

• Warehouse receiving.

• Segregation of allergen materials.

• Returning materials back to their proper location manually, with pallet jack, with truck and/or forklift.

• Delivering packages manually, with pallet jack or with forklift to appropriate areas/departments.

• Vehicle inspection checklist.

• Ensuring Shipping/Receiving and return to stock log books are current.

• Responding in a timely manner to requests by other departments.

• Following established department SOP’s and cGMP regulations.

• Complying with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.

• Perform bin transfers and allocation.

• Follow RTS’s procedures and protocols.

• Verify all necessary documents are submitted to Receiving Clerk.

• Other duties, assignments and tasks as assigned by management

• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.

• Performs related duties as assigned by Management.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate.
• Minimum 6-months experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Willing to work overtime and/or during weekends; if needed.
• Any combination of experience, education, and training that provides the level of knowledge, skills, and experience needed to successfully perform the job.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Current Forklift license/permit

Work Environment:

• Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time during the course of work shift.

• Routinely required to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, reach, pull, push, and tilt object in the performance of job function.

• Requires the essential use of hands, speech, eyesight, and hearing.

• Routinely required to climb stairs to access material.

• Lifting limitations for this position: 50 lbs. May have to manipulate heavier containers

•    Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.

• Noise level for this work environment is typically moderate. Some work areas require hearing protection for an 8-hour work day.

•    Periods of odoriferous environment.

• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Personal Protective Equipment provided as necessary.

• Work environment may involve exposure to chemicals, solutions, detergents, or solvents that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of personal protective equipment.

• Work environment may involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shell Fish, Milk, Egg, Tree nuts, and Sesame.

What Best Formulations can offer you:

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
• Health & Wellness programs
• PTO – Paid Time Off

More about us:

As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!

"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service. Together We Grow!"

This position is currently classified as on-site.

Base Hourly Range: $17.00 - $20.00, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.