Cold Storage Worker

North Coast Seafoods•New Bedford, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

A Cold Storage Worker is responsible for receiving, rotating, and taking the inventory of all products allocated to whatever cooler they are working out of. They operate hand and power equipment for material handling to accommodate storage of products within the freezer, including forklifts, power pallet jacks and scan gun system. The Cold Storage Worker ensures product is properly rotated, maintaining a clean and organized department. They guarantee the accuracy of inventory and freshness of product before delivering it to the production floor. They may assist with the monthly inventory count. This position reports to a Production Manager.

Requirements

1+ year, experience operating ride-on pallet jacks & forklifts
1+ year, experience in a warehouse environment
Experience working with scan gun systems
Must be able to read and understand internal communication
Must be able to work a full day in cold temperature
Detailed oriented
Ability to read labels and associated documents
Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds
Work up to a 10-hour workday: standing/walking most of the day
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Ability to work Monday-Friday, weekends when needed

Nice To Haves

Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives

Responsibilities

Receive and inventory incoming product
Pick and deliver product to the production floor as dictated by the schedule of releases
Organize, rotate, maintain and verify existing inventory
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Operate warehouse operating system and handheld scan guns
Safely operate manual or ride-on pallet jacks and forklifts
Communicate to department leadership if product is damaged, inventory is low, count is off, etc.