COOLER LOADOUT/ GENERAL LABOR
The Cooler Loadout/ General Labor associate shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
• Load and unload coolers and trucks with products, ensuring proper handling and organization.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Assist in inventory management by tracking product levels and reporting discrepancies.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and deadlines.
• Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe working environment and delivery of products in optimal condition.
Must Be 18 years of age
This position is essential for ensuring the efficient operation of our facility. This role involves the preparation and loading of trucks with products to ensure that all items are handled with care and accuracy. This position contributes significantly to our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Required Skills:
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work in a safe and clean area.
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to fill out daily paperwork.
Required Soft Skills:
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
(S)he may be required to stack and unstack items weighing 50 pounds from a height of approximately seven feet to the ground and back continually for the duration of the shift. Must be able to work in both very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods of time.
Education, Certifications and Experience:
The following are required:
•High School Diploma or equivalent.
•Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor
•Ability to maintain a safe working environment and reduce the risk of accidents.
Other:
The Cooler Loadout/ General Labor is an hourly position and reports to the Supervisor or Cooler Manager. Working overtime, evenings, and holidays may be required.
IN RETURN WE OFFER:
Competitive pay
Competitive benefits package
Uniforms provided and cleaned at no cost to you
Boot allowance
Union pension / 401K option
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
- Must be 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift and stack items up to 50 pounds repeatedly and work at heights (approx. seven feet)
- Ability to work in very hot and very cold, wet and humid environments for extended periods
- Load and unload coolers and trucks; handle and organize products correctly
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and follow safety protocols
- Assist with inventory management and report discrepancies
- Ability to fill out daily paperwork accurately
- Ability to work without direct supervision and follow verbal and written instructions
- Excellent verbal communication, leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
- Coachable, willing to learn, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to work overtime, evenings, and holidays as required
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!
