Materials Management Operator

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.

Materials Management Operator responsible for operating warehouse vehicles and inspecting shipments for compliance. Managing inventory control and adhering to safety procedures within a warehouse environment.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate warehouse vehicles to transport material accordingly
Inspect incoming shipments of materials, equipment and supplies for compliance with purchase order specifications
Identify and report shortages, damaged goods or other discrepancies
Process inventory receipts, maintain stock inventory and participate in warehouse inventory control process
Create transfer orders and place materials in the marked storage bins
Compile and submit samples in accordance with cGMP
Distribute incoming shipments according to documented procedures
Complete all SAP transactions accurately and in a timely manner
Process outbound shipments to ensure the shipment is accurate and meets the customers’ delivery time-frame
Read and follow packing list instructions
Coordinate freight pick-up with appropriate freight companies
Create shipping documents and labels and ensure accurate shipping information
Find, pull, transport and stage raw materials needed for production
Review production schedule for raw material requirements and communicate discrepancies with the appropriate production personnel
Create movement of material documents
Clean and properly store crude crystal bags
Maintain neat and complete documentation in accordance with cGMP documentation requirements
Review the Standard Operating Procedures for the department to stay current on procedural revisions
Perform safety checks on forklifts, safety equipment, fire extinguishers and crude crystal bags and record results in the appropriate logbook
Maintain a neat and orderly work area
Adhere to and follow all required safety procedures including but not limited utilizing all safety equipment and PPE, completing required safety trainings and reporting all observed safety violations or potential concerns
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a warehouse and operating various forklifts
Certified forklift operator is preferred.
Ability to read, understand and follow written instructions as well as oral instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers professionally.
Basic computer and mathematical skills.
Knowledge of warehouse principles and procedures to include but not limited to shipping and receiving, storing materials and inventory management.
Knowledge of shipping terms and reading production schedules.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and weekends.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
401(k) with Company Contributions
Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
Work Flexibility
Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization

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Hard Skills & Tools

Forklift OperationInventory ManagementShipping and ReceivingCGMP DocumentationBasic Computer SkillsMathematical SkillsMaterial HandlingSafety ProceduresProduction Schedule ReviewShipping Document Creation

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProfessionalismAttention to DetailTeam CollaborationFlexibility

Certifications

Certified Forklift Operator