John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc

Processing Material Handler III Job Description

Position Overview

The Processing Material Handler III is responsible for obtaining and transporting materials to various production areas, including roasting, hot and cold panning, chocolate, granola, and manual mixing lines. This position also manages unused materials, scans items into work orders, updates the QAD system, stores products in warehouse coolers, and allocates them to appropriate locations. The role requires proficiency in operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts and completing work order reporting as needed.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The following duties are performed regularly to ensure operational efficiency:

• Drives stand-up and/or sit-down forklift to transport product and supplies to and from production lines. Also performs Material Handler I duties when required.
• Creates pallet ID labels, verifies all materials/products prior to use, and completes work order reporting as needed.
• Performs daily check of PIT equipment to ensure safety
• Ensures accurate use and proper care of hand-held scanning equipment
• Assists other material handlers/scanners and helps train MH1s, MH2s, and MH3s on job duties at the line.
• Supports machine operators and supervisors by assisting with packing, stacking, and other duties as required.
• Maintains clean work area by participating in daily cleaning activities.
• Ensures compliance with food safety and quality standards, including HACCP, FSMA, SQF, and regulatory requirements.
• Documents and maintain preventative controls for food safety and quality.
• Reports food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Collaborates with team members to share knowledge and improve processes.
• Enhances technical and functional competencies through professional development.
• Comply with workplace safety policies and procedures.

Education, Experience, & Knowledge

• Not specified.

Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations

• Forklift driving license or certification (stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts).
• Level III power equipment license (JBSS) required.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to speak, read, and write in English (preferred).
• Basic math skills.
• Strong manual dexterity and vision.
• Ability to continuously lift and move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 60 pounds.

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company Paid Life, Accident and Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Time Off, Paid Wellness Days, Paid Parental Leaves, Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Family Planning Program and Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Annual Bonus Plans
• 401(k) Plan
• HSA (with Company Match), Health FSA, and Dependent Care FSA

For a full listing of our extensive benefits package, please refer to the Careers page on our website, located here: https://jbssinc.com/careers/