Warehouse Operator - Darlington, WI

Position Overview

Immediate Supervisor:Warehouse Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Summary: The warehouse operator is in charge of all operations in the warehouse that include but are not limited to: caring for inventory as it is produced on production days, indexing and controlling inventory in the cooling warehouse, and operation of forklifts in a safe manner, inspection of both incoming materials and truck inspections with minimal direct supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Have knowledge of and understand all equipment involved in receiving and shipment of dry goods and equipment, as well as cheese being shipped to customers.

Knowledge of sampling equipment and sample handling and storage

Documents all product, both incoming and outgoing.

Maintain the warehouse areas by sanitary measures to meet Federal and State regulations and practice quality control of all products

Accurately run all tests necessary for quality control

Checks and documents product temperatures

Reports and follows up on all repairs of equipment as needed

Perform all other assignments as required

Job Requirements

Must possess or are able to obtain Forklift certification

Be able to accurately record inventory and be able to read and understand quality control measures

Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies

Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor sometimes under adverse conditions

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely

Must be available to work flexible hours and weekends

Must be able to verbally communicate, understand and write in the English language

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk, talk and hear.  The employee is required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.