Warehouse Operator - Night Shift

Warehouse Operator - Night Shift

To safely and efficiently manage the receipt, internal movement (to include warehouse organization, and good housekeeping), manufacturing support, and shipment of raw materials, and machinery to satisfy our internal and external customer needs.

Before you apply, here's what we want you to know:

You are not assigned to one area or equipment - we have several different work areas that do not require driving a forklift. Warehouse employees could rotate to different areas daily or as needed. The more you learn, the more likely you will achieve the next levels.

This is hard work. You'll need more than physical strength - you'll need fortitude and gumption to handle equipment ownership, solve problems, and maneuver through the unexpected. If you are not suited for a dedicated and fast-paced working environment, this job may not be for you.

Essential Functions: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

• Perform daily visual inspection and documentation of forklift trucks daily.
• Work with RF Scanners, Tracking Devices, and Label Printers.
• Rotate stock on a FIFO basis using the Eagle Inventory System.
• Follow all BRC guidelines as defined.
• Confirm material receipts using Eagle Software Program/System.
• Transport raw materials and finished goods in the safest and most efficient manner using a forklift.
• Receive/unload, supply manufacturing, pick/stage/load, and effectively warehouse all materials.
• Track materials needed supply our internal and external customers using Eagle software.
• Complete cycle count of inventory as assigned.
• Read, write, and ensure the accuracy of various mathematical functions.
• Must have the ability to quickly comprehend clear expectations, guidelines, policies and functions.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with little or no supervision and complete all tasks.
• Complete master sanitation tasks as assigned.
• Supply, load, and unload palletizer equipment with the use of a forklift.

Position Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals qualified with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work 12-hour schedule: 7:00PM - 7:30AM, 30-minute unpaid meal, 2-2-3 rotating schedule
• Work in a safe manner
• Follow GMP's and housekeeping guidelines.
• Follow procedures to ensure all food quality standards are met or exceeded.
• Provides internal and external customers with quality products, along with information to our systems and administrative staff.
• Identifies, confronts, addresses, and resolves problems using root cause analysis.
• Ability to work in a team environment of continuous improvement, excellent attendance record, reliable and dependable.
• Be flexible to work any shift and overtime.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess good computer skills.
• Possess a valid State Driver's License.
• Consistently demonstrate an acceptable level of attendance and performance.
• Required to conduct work in a safe and legal manner, according to all GMP food safety standards, as well as following safety protocols. Must be willing to be responsible for your safety and health, along with the safety and health of all employees, vendors, and visitors.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Accurate reading, math and organizational skills
• Certified Forklift Operator
• 2+ years of forklift/warehousing experience.
• Knowledge of loading and unloading trucks, along with supplying a manufacturing/processing operation.
• Knowledge of inventory/costs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk on concrete and frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, peripheral, and depth perception. Loud noise is to be expected in this position.

We've got the right mix of ingredients for a better career:

(1) Excellent Pay - The pay for this position is pre-determined at $22.98 per hour. Night shift differential $2.25.

(2) Pay for Skill Environment - After next level certification, the packaging operator can expect a significant corresponding pay increase, AND there are annual level increases based on market and budget factors. Additional achieved levels pay even more and perform project work and leadership tasks.

(3) Incentive Pay - Quarterly bonus incentives - earn up to 7% per quarter based on safety, quality, and other metrics.

(4) Benefits - We are proud to offer generous benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting at $60-$95/month for employee-only coverage on the PPO Plan or starting at $30-$45/month for employee-only coverage on the HDHP), 401(K) matching, 3 weeks of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 1 paid personal holiday, company provided life insurance and disability insurance, flexible spending account, healthcare saving account, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary critical illness insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Get to know us:

• A people-focused company that cares: We're a 90-year-old company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup and a focused eye on the future. As a midsized, privately held company with a portfolio of beloved food and beverage brands, our people are the most important ingredient in our success.
• A valued and supported workforce: We place tremendous value in our employees and provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to ensure our employees can create the best life for themselves. Benefits include a top tier health insurance plan with lower-than-average employee cost share, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and more.
• An engaged and energized culture: At The Krusteaz Company, collaboration and ingenuity drive our fierce commitment to creating extraordinary product experiences that people love.
• A place to grow and make a difference: An entrepreneurial spirit has been at the core of our company since the beginning, attracting self-starters who are curious and love to learn and to share ideas.

The policy of The Krusteaz Company is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.