Material Handler

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning nearly 100 years of service. The Company is a global manufacturer of medicated feed additives, feed ingredients, advanced nutrition solutions, vaccines and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. Phibro's revenues are in excess of $820 million, and are supported by over 1500 employees worldwide.

The Material Handler is an integral part of our Manufacturing team based out of our US - Chillicothe, IL site.

Position Details

This position is a critical function of the efficient manufacturing of high quality feed ingredients and trace mineral premixes.

Key Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and safety procedures outlined by Phibro Animal Health

Follow quality procedures and work instructions

Set up, inspect and perform all inventory movements to the production line

Ensure proper material is placed in the correct micro bin, Supersack feeder, pre-weigh container, or bulk bin for consumption

Add the appropriate ingredient and amount to the appropriate hand add station as directed by the batching software.

Recognize and take appropriate actions to ensure the proper labeling of packaging materials

Execute safe and effective palletizing of material

Preparation of sampling materials

Operate forklift for movement of materials required for production

Additional Responsibilities

Inspect, set up, and test equipment such as scales, load cells, and magnets

Routine inspection of Control Points as outlined by HACCP

Inspection of feed ingredients

Assist in training employees on appropriate items

Perform housekeeping and general cleaning duties for plant and employee safety

Special projects and duties as assigned by the Lead Person

Operational Competencies

Understands the ingredients and product formulations fundamentals

Capable of taking production schedule and keep production line supplied with the proper ingredients and quantities.

Possesses quantitative skills to measure and deliver material.

Takes personal responsibility for the safety and quality of tasks assigned.

Ability to safely operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other types of moving equipment.

Physically able to lift 60lbs.

Personal Competencies

Thinks ahead and pays attention to detail

Effective at organization and planning

Will communicate within team to identify issues, make suggestions, for the benefit of the operation

A goal oriented person who is continuously motivated by high standards

A track record of working well as part of a high performance team

Education and Additional Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Communication skills

Ability to operate packaging and material handling equipment (desired)

Ability to operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other types of moving equipment (desired)

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division: Animal Health & Nutrition

Department: Manufacturing

Location: US - Chillicothe, IL

Work Schedule: 1st Shift Weekdays Only

Weekly Working Hours: 40.00