Job Description

Job Location: Hanover, PA 17331

Job Shift: DayResponsible for performing warehousing, shipping, and repacking support functions under the direction of the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor.

• Performs routine warehouse duties such as but not limited to cycle counts, location changes, spill reports and housekeeping functions, as directed by the Freezer Warehouse Supervisor or Leadperson.
• Helps load and unload trucks and does the necessary paperwork in a timely and detailed manner as outlined in the procedure’s manual.
• Checks and confirms that the wheels are chocked in the trailers being loaded. Trailers need to be locked out prior to entering.
• Drives a standup forklift to transport cases from the warehouse dock for subsequent trailer loading.
• Checks merchandise being received with bill of lading to ensure accuracy.
• Ensures that the loading and unloading is done properly to avoid trailer damage.
• Operates a standup lift truck to transfer loaded pallets to and from the Frozen Storage area, production lines, railcars, and trucks.
• When providing repackaging support, assures proper checks and pick list procedures are being utilized.
• Checks and maintains daily forklift batteries (following outlined procedures).
• Responsible for physically lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Adheres to all common safety practices and procedures including the wearing of protective equipment and clothing as required.
• Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as per management’s directives.
• Adheres to the Company’s plant hygiene regulations to ensure high product integrity.
• Reports any mechanical of safety problems to the Supervisor or Lead immediately.
• Ensures work area is kept clean and orderly in accordance with good housekeeping practices.
• Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP’s, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc.
• All required PPE’s such as hair/beard nets, hearing protection, freezer suits, gloves, hats, etc. must be worn. Must wear reflective vests when loading and unloading.
• Should not leave assigned work area unless given permission to do so.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills
• Ability to record data onto a spreadsheet
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in all environments
• Must be able to work overtime as required
• Ability to communicate with management and co-workers
• Must maintain a good attendance record
• Safe work habits
• Ability to operate a standup lift truck
• Previous experience working in a food processing and/or warehousing.
• The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
• The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
• The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
• The ability to work cooperatively with others.
• The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
• The ability to perform several tasks at once.
• The ability to follow direction or instruction.
• The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
• The ability to lift and move 100 pounds.
• The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
• The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.