Warehouse Operator First Shift

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS :

This position reports directly to the Plant Manager or Shift Production Supervisor.

PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE :

Under general supervision, is responsible for outbound/inbound bulk truck activities to support the manufacturing of products. This includes bulk truck loading, receiving, warehousing, shipping, trailer transport and inspection.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Load bulk and bag trucks.

Scale and unload ingredient trucks.

Receive in bulk ingredients into SAP at completion of unload.

Gather/stage feed for bag trucks.

Perform housekeeping that include cleaning the receiving and loadout area daily, clean the N-line loadout daily and blow down receiving area weekly.

Assist in monitoring maintenance needs on trucks/trailers and communicate with supervisor.

Shuttle trailers and trucks around facility; if CDL-licensed, may shuttle to repair shops.

Maintain storage trailer inventory; keep open communication with Warehouse Supervisor.

Update truck schedule and record transactions using spreadsheet and SAP.

Operate a forklift truck in a safe manner.

Maintain a clean, safe warehouse area. Adhere to all safety regulations and routine report unsafe conditions or acts to supervisor.

Assist in production area as required.

Comply with all company standard operating procedures.

Comply with FDA, OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations.

Perform other work-related duties as requested or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Be able to succeed within and adhere to the culture of the Furst-McNess Company.

Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Education equivalent to high school diploma.

Ability to read, write legibly, and speak English.

Ability to ascend ladders and various heights using stairs, elevated walkways and/or elevators.

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or stoop up to 60 lbs. of material on an occasional basis.

Ability to maneuver heavy loads (up to 2,000 lbs. pallets) with a pallet jack; safely operate all equipment along with being a certified forklift operator.

Ability to work the scheduled days and hours that the business requires.

Ability to perform basic data entry operations. SAP experience a plus.

Ability to learn and comply with GMP and regulatory requirements imposed on manufacturing facilities by the FDA, OSHA and EPA in regard to manufacturing of food and drug products.

Good communication skills, both oral and written, and is capable of utilizing these skills within all levels of the Company as well as externally.

Ability to provide outstanding customer service to all associates and management staff, showing a sense of urgency relative to solving problems, performing assigned tasks, employee concerns, etc.

Ability to effectively organize work schedules and manage multiple assignments by utilizing time management skills to ensure day-to-day assignments and special projects are completed within guidelines agreed upon.

Ability to work as an effective team member with the manufacturing department and company, as a whole. Willingness to pitch in and do work that may not be a specific part of the job description for the overall good of the department and company.

Ability to be flexible and be willing to change along with recommending changes that can enhance our ability to serve both internal and external customers more effectively and in a professional manner. Respect other peoples' points of view and able to take constructive criticism.