Warehouse Picker III - Central Hub (MF 8:00 AM start)

Warehouse Picker III - Central HubBuffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Warehouse Picker 3 is responsible for manually stacking cases coming from the Vertique System palletizer. While auditing the pallets vs the container label, the Warehouse Picker 3 must maintain a continuous flow through the assigned hand stack station with little to no interruption. The Warehouse Picker 3 must be able to perform any Warehouse Picker 1 and Warehouse Picker 2 job functions and be able to successfully ensure the accuracy and completion of their work in a timely manner.Essential functions include:Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. Position is required to work all hours necessary to ensure operations function is fulfilled, including nights, weekends, and holidays.Able to perform any Warehouse Picker 1 and Warehouse Picker 2 job functions as needed.Must properly stack cases of finished products on pallets ensuring accuracy.Audit the pallets label vs. palletized products ensuring that is the correct pallet size, product type, quantity and conditions. Visual inspect products are in good condition.Ensure the stability of the built pallets, square the product on the pallet if needed.Ensure all the completed pallets are wrapped. Must hand wrap all the pallets at the top to avoid cases from falling during the transport to the wrapper station.Pay attention to detail and be able to differentiate between packages (Full understanding of package dimensions, descriptions, SKU numbers).Keep a continuous flow of completed pallets to their assigned discharge lanes (Bulk or HPR) with accuracy, efficiency, and in a timely and safe manner.Troubleshoot any palletizer and wrapper station issues while following all safety guidelines.Must properly handle packaged product, preventing any damage to the product.Communicate with Lead/Supervisor Receiving about any equipment/products abnormal/damage conditions in a timely manner.Communicate effectively with Lead, Supervisors, and peers to ensure alignment on daily goals and objectives.Operates machines (hand stack, palletizer, wrapper station) while observing standard safety procedures and maintains proper function of machines through intermediate problem-solving skills.Collect and move damages to the designated recycling areas.Recycle operations – Sort and dispose of damaged items in the respective recycle bins, segregating packing materials accordingly.Maintain organization and cleanliness of equipment and work area. Mop as needed, any product spill to keep the floors clean and dry.Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.Learn, practice, and adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injuries and follow the BRC safety practices.Make sound decisions and multitask simultaneously without constant supervision.Required to follow the Good Manufacturing Program GMPs as listed in Code of Federal Regulations CFR 21 section 110. Requires participation in various Food Safety related training that Buffalo Rock utilizes. Required to report potential issues related to Food Safety.Other assigned duties as needed.Other duties and responsibilities include:Must exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off-site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training, either web-based, in-house, or any other provided method. Must successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training.Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damages, theft, or other liabilities.Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee-partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.Honor and follow through on all business commitments.Embody Buffalo Rock's Purpose of "Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people."Live Buffalo Rock's Core Values:Committed to serving our communities.Customer success drives our success.Integrity matters.Obsessed with continuous improvement.We care for each other.Win the day.Competencies include:Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.Dependability – Ability to behave consistently and predictably; responsible and dependable in fulfilling all the duties.Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.Teamwork – Ability to work with others toward the daily goals, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards.Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.Supervisory responsibilities: NoneWork environment includes both inside warehouse needs and outside pallet/tray production support. Temperature conditions will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.Physical demands include:Ability to lift over 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis.Ability to work in a noisy and non-climate controlled (Hot in summer, cold in winter) environment.Ability to read and interpret instructions from a computer screen.Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth).Sense of Sound - Hearing is required for the total workday.Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - vest, slip resistant shoes, gloves, hair net, eye protection, earplugsPosition requires physical presence within Vertique system at the Central Hub.Travel required: NoneRequired education and experience include:Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): PreferredExperience: Must have at least three (3) months prior picking experience: RequiredPrior experience operating at HQS (Horizontal Queuing Semi-Automatic lanes) and/or SAW (Semi-Automatic Wave Lanes) picking experience: PreferredAt least one (1) year previous warehouse environment: PreferredPrior experience working in an automated environment: PreferredSkills: Must be able to read product packaging and communicate in English via radio. Ability to perform basic math. Ability to communicate effectively and address issues. Detail-oriented and multitasking skills. Good analytical and problem-solving skills.Affirmative Action/EEO statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.Purpose of Job Description: The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. Buffalo Rock