KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
- Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
- Assigned shift attendance is required.
- Ensure the accuracy of all pallet quantities received from plant.
- Validate products entering the DC are damage free.
- Responsible for efficient conveyor operation to prevent or correct jams.
- Assist with two man lift for Chep pallets as needed to correct conveyor jams.
- Perform routine maintenance work as necessary.
- Maintain open and professional communication with Leads and Supervisors.
- Responsible to follow all GMP, PPE, Safety and Housekeeping requirements.
- Review, understand and follow the operator responsibilities of all JSA’s and Safe Practices written for the warehouse per OSHA standards.
- Report maintenance issues in a timely manner.
- Clean warehouse of all loose debris from the floor and traveling area – immediately.
- Communicate with both oncoming and departing shifts.
- Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate with job tasks and areas
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.
- Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
- Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress.
- Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment.
- Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
- Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A “can-do” mindset and attitude is a must.
- Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math and write legibly.
- Ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important.
- Demonstrate ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
- Must Understand and follow all Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Must understand and follow all food safety and BRC guidelines.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk throughout the shift.
- The employee must be able to work 12 hour shifts.
- The employees must occasionally lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds, and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.
- The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis.
- The employee must be able to work in a cold (40-50 degree) environment.
- The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
- The employee must be able to climb steps on a frequent basis.
SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hot in summer, cool to cold in winter. Dress appropriately.
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Each generation of consumers leaves their mark on culture by establishing new expectations for food and the companies that make it. At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to be at the heart of this dynamic with a portfolio that appeals to each generation of people and pets with products found in 90 percent of U.S. homes and countless restaurants. This includes a mix of iconic brands consumers have always loved such as Folgers®, Jif® and Milk-Bone® and new favorites like Café Bustelo®, Smucker’s® Uncrustables® and Rachael Ray® Nutrish®. By continuing to immerse ourselves in consumer and pet parent preferences for food, how it’s purchased and how the companies that make it should operate, we will maintain the important role we play in their lives. This will allow us to continue growing our business and the positive impact we have on all of those who count on us.
