About Phibro Animal Health Corporation Phibro Animal Health Corporationis 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 The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the task to which they are assigned.
- 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 formula.
- 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
- Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment
- 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
- Repair/Maintaining equipment
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, skid steer, pallet jacks, and other types of moving equipment.
- Physically able to lift 60lbs repetitively
- Capable of minor equipment repairs
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
- Ability to operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, skid steer, pallet jacks, and other types of moving equipment
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: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)