Material Handling Technician

Ventura Foods

. Physically pull raw materials from warehouse locations based on quantity and product for customer orders .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeSaint Joseph • Missouri • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in warehouse operations, including material handling, inventory management, and the use of RF scanners. Proficient in basic math and capable of working in various environmental conditions while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

RF Scanner ExperienceLicensed Forklift DriverInventory ManagementBasic Math SkillsProduction or Warehouse Experience

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Hard Skills

Material HandlingInventory UpdateWeight CalculationPallet Tag AssignmentShrink-WrappingMaterial CountingRF System EntryBasic MathMetric System ProficiencyComputer Literacy

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailMultitaskingTeamworkEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

RF ScannerForkliftHandtruck

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift LicenseHigh School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Warehouse OperationsProduction EnvironmentMaterial MovementRefrigerated AreasSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Physically pull raw materials from warehouse locations based on quantity and product for customer orders
Enter each material transaction into the RF system
Return residual materials accurately to their correct warehouse locations using an RF scanner
Perform material movements in warehouse and production areas
Weigh returned materials and update inventory with correct quantity and weight
Assign new pallet tags
Count materials using basic math and a calculator, including metric-system weight calculations
Shrink-wrap materials onto pallets for prep-room processing
Scan correct tags to each item picked for production
Report material shortages for reordering to meet customer order deadlines
Perform other general duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous production or warehouse experience preferred
Ability to work in refrigerated areas
Ability to lift 60 lbs. or more
Experience using an RF Scanner
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to perform basic math and use the Metric System
Ability to multitask according to priority
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Licensed forklift or handtruck driver
High school diploma or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in a production or warehouse/distribution environment
Must be able to pass skills and written tests for sit-down and/or stand-up forklift license/certification
Excellent math skills
Computer literacy, preferably RF Smart experience
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Willingness and ability to work typical 8–12 hour shifts, with possible unscheduled after-hours and weekend work
Ability to work in adverse temperatures and potentially around vibrations, chemicals, fumes, food allergens, confined or dark spaces, and heights over 18 feet

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage beginning on the 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching after eligible criteria is met
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth opportunities
Training and development
Safe work environment