Clif Bar: Warehouse Team Member

Job Description

Job Description

Operational Excellence:

• Perform all inbound, outbound, and internal warehouse activities including receiving, unloading, put-away, replenishment, and shipping using SAP-EWM or RF systems.
• Operate stand-up counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, and powered pallet jacks to safely move materials within the warehouse and production support areas.
• Support Vongal palletizer and inline wrapper operations by ensuring proper material flow, load formation, and film application; address minor jams and escalate maintenance issues promptly.
• Utilize the pallet inverter to transfer materials between wood, plastic, or CHEP pallets for production or outbound compatibility.
• Replenish raw and packaging materials to production areas and dough room kits in alignment with staging or demand triggers.
• Conduct accurate trailer loading and unloading, following the 3-Step Trailer Securing Method and dock safety controls (wheel chocks, gladhand lock, dock light status).
• Complete all SAP transactions for goods movements, confirming accuracy of quantities, lot codes, and locations.

Safety & Compliance:

• Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, including use of required PPE, pedestrian awareness, and safe MHE operation.
• Complete and document pre-use inspections of powered equipment daily; apply Tag Out of Service when necessary.
• Report all near misses, incidents, or unsafe conditions immediately to supervision.
• Follow all food safety and pest control requirements — report and document any insect sightings per standard procedure.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, DOT, and internal site safety standards at all times.

Quality & Food Safety:

• Inspect materials and finished goods for contamination, damage, or labeling errors prior to storage or shipment.
• Maintain ingredient integrity by preventing cross contamination during product transfers and changeovers
• Support segregation and correct disposition of Good/Hold/Reject materials.
• Follow allergen control, sanitation, and housekeeping standards to prevent cross-contamination.
• Maintain product traceability and labeling integrity during all material movements.

Inventory Control & Systems Accuracy:

• Execute warehouse transactions accurately in SAP-EWM/ECC to ensure real-time inventory visibility.
• Participate in cycle counts and wall-to-wall inventories to reconcile physical vs. system counts.
• Identify and escalate inventory discrepancies promptly to inventory control or supervision.
• Support KPI performance for inventory accuracy, service, and warehouse efficiency.

Continuous Improvement & Team Collaboration:

• Participate in IL6S, Kaizen, and 5S initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, and operational performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, Logistics).
• Support onboarding and peer training by modeling safe, standardized work practices.
• Contribute to a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ year experience in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• 2+ year experience operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) including stand-up counterbalance forklifts and stand-up reach forklifts
• Familiarity with SAP-EWM or other warehouse management systems (WMS) and use of RFID.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a fast-paced, food-grade environment.
• Strong adaptability to take on diverse responsibilities and perform other assigned duties.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting automated palletizing or packaging equipment (Vongal, inline wrappers, etc.).
• Prior exposure to food manufacturing, 3PL, or consumer goods environments.
• Knowledge of IL6S / Lean / 5S principles and basic continuous improvement tools.

Key Competencies:

• Safety Mindset: Models safe behaviors and actively identifies hazards.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains precision in counts, labels, and system data.
• Team Collaboration: Communicates effectively across shifts and departments.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for task completion and accuracy.
• Adaptability: Responds calmly to changing priorities and fast-paced conditions.
• Be flexible and available to interact and connect with people at all levels in the organization

Work Environment:

• Warehouse and production floor setting with variable temperatures.
• Exposure to forklifts, conveyors, palletizers, and moderate noise levels.
• Must wear required PPE including safety shoes, hearing protection, and high-visibility vest.

Shift Schedule - 6AM - 6PM (2-2-3).