Job Summary:
- Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the warehouse; including but not limited to:
- 1. Hold team accountable to company policies: Attendance, Safety-First, etc.
- 2. Ensure Load out is accurate and completed timely
- 3. Ensure all safety training is completed
- Ensure proper execution and implementation of all policies and procedures with regard to picking, packing, shipping, receiving and inventory management.
- Train and evaluate staff on effective inventory techniques and daily tasks.
- Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory levels and product loss control.
- Help to schedule and manage warehouse team members.
- Ensure all equipment, including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, and fleet trucks are properly maintained and inspection practices are followed.
- Ability to work in cold (non-weather) temperatures.
- Facilitates teamwork throughout the facility and promotes a positive self-image.
- Ensure local level, corporate, and regulatory rules, regulations and policies are adhered to.
- Responsible for expense control, including shrink, labor and overhead costs in the Cooler.
- Follow and enforce all company policies and procedures regarding Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and Quality standards.
- Responsible for employee performance evaluations and discipline.
- Ensure the proper load out process is maintained.
- Conduct and organize finished product inventory, review product availability and code dates daily.
- Ensure good housekeeping is maintained at all times.
- Maintains an air of professionalism and communicates effectively.
- Demonstrates problem solving and decision-making ability.
- Ability to prioritize and follow up on previous activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required / Ability to learn:
- Leadership and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Must be a team player with the ability to plan and execute operational activities.
- Knowledge of Distribution of dairy and/or perishable products.
- Required to operate and be familiar with personal computers.
- Be self motivated and well organized.
Education/Experience Required:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience managing employees is required, preferably in a Plant/Distribution setting.
- Ability to operate a forklift preferred.
- Computer skills.
Benefits include retirement plan, health, dental and vision insurance, holiday, and PTO - 4 day/night work week.
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience managing employees
- Experience managing employees in a plant/distribution setting
- Ability to operate a forklift
- Familiarity with personal computers / computer skills
- Ability to work in cold (non-weather) temperatures
- Knowledge of distribution of dairy and/or perishable products
- Leadership and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Team player with ability to plan and execute operational activities
What We Do
Drink Local With Prairie Farms Dairy Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful dairy cooperatives operating in the Midwest and the South. Elements of the cooperative include over 500 farm families, 7,000 associates, 48 manufacturing plants, 100+ distribution facilities, and annual sales of over $4.6 billion. Prairie Farms is a nationally recognized leader in the dairy industry known for milk flavor innovations and producing award-winning milk, cheese, ice cream, and cultured dairy products. With headquarters in Edwardsville, Ill., the Prairie Farms distribution footprint covers over 30 percent of the United States; products are available in grocery chains, mass merchandiser stores, club stores, convenience stores, dollar stores, drug stores, schools, foodservice outlets, and warehouse distribution centers. Prairie Farms has proudly adopted the U.S. Dairy Stewardship Commitment, affirming to our customers, our consumers and the global marketplace Prairie Farms' pledge to responsible dairy production as we nourish the communities we serve. For more information about the U.S. Dairy Stewardship Commitment, go to: http://commitment.usdairy.com. Learn more about our dairy farmers and cooperative by visiting www.prairiefarms.com. And don't forget to visit our coupon page https://www.prairiefarms.com/coupons for savings on many of award-winning dairy products!








