Location: US-NC-Raleigh

ID 2026-2704

Remote:

No

Category:

Manufacturing

Position Type:

Regular Full-Time

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including:

• 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

• Company-Provided Mental Health and Care-giving support

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Warehouse environment working in and around moving equipment. This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, BPRs, and support the compliance of applicable ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position requires the ability to stand for a minimum of 3 hours per day; sit, walk, bend over and reach above head for a minimum of an hour a day; lifting or carrying of up to 75 pounds occasionally and repetitive use of hands/arms for writing and computer work.

• 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

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Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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