Material Handler-Receiving

Position Overview

Responsible to keep the flow of raw materials/packaging materials/pallets/etc. to the plants to prevent running out and maintain the flow of finished goods coming out of the plants.

• Ensure receiving equipment is in proper working order
• Ensure daily forklift/pallet jack inspections are complete

• Keep all work areas clean from debris and report any damage or unsafe conditions
• Supply plant with meat
• Haul finished product out of the plant
• Unload loads of bacon
• Haul dry cure/blend out of plant if needed
• Load in/out Topper product
• Clean, sweep, organize Topper building
• Haul caustic soda to the plant
• Haul inedible product out of plant
• Wrap pallets
• Clean and sweep Terminal building
• Sweep, organize and unload product in Warehouse #1
• Wash outside forklifts on a weekly basis
• Remove trash from all facilities
• Inventory Warehouse #1 monthly
• Inventory dry blend monthly
• Inventory seeds monthly
• Supply plant with raw materials daily
• Load inedible combos onto trailer
• Complete 7 point inspection of any outbound truck
• Verify identity of driver of any outbound truck with photo ID
• Seal outbound loads and verify seal number on bill of lading

Requirements

• Forklift experience preferred
• CDL Required
• Have a positive and professional attitude
• Follow GMPs at all times
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety policies
• Notify management immediately of any unsafe situations
• Follow all Food Safety Policies
• Must always follow LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) program
• Participate in daily LEAN meeting and stretches
• Regular attendance is required
• Prompt, on time reporting to work stations is required
• Strength Factor Level 5-Exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, an/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly.
• Ability to walk outdoors in all conditions between buildings
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, ramps and stairs
• Ability to safely walk on slick surfaces due to working conditions or weather conditions

  Other Skills/Abilities

• Outstanding communication skills
• Team player

Supervision Received

Work is performed with considerable latitude and independence under the general guidance of the Receiving Supervisor.