Cooler Operator

Garelick Farms•Town of East Greenbush, NY

About The Position

The Cooler Operator performs warehouse and inventory tasks in a cooler or refrigerated environment. The role involves receiving, processing, storing, moving, and distributing products, materials, ingredients, equipment, and supplies. The operator unloads and loads trucks and trailers, reads production schedules and orders to identify items to move or distribute, transports materials between receiving, production, storage, and other designated areas, and records received and shipped items. The role follows clearly defined processes and tasks while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0 to 1 year of warehouse, distribution, production, or related experience.
May require forklift, walk-behind jack, or other related work certification or license.
Ability to work in a team environment and contribute to the success of the warehouse or cooler team.
Ability to perform accurate basic math computations and inventory counts.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing, including legible writing.
Ability to perform routine machine adjustments.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and perform assigned tasks.
Ability to follow directions.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

Load and unload stacks and move items as assigned; sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequences such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated areas.
Maintain organization, stock rotation, and neatness in coolers and the warehouse.
Fill requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other items and distribute them to production workers.
Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and efficient loading onto trucks or trailers.
Check shipment information and bills of lading for accuracy before products are shipped or received, and check products for cleanliness and condition before loading.
Use a computer to scan or enter inventory and maintain records accurately.
Complete daily pick sheets, cycle counts, and production take-backs.
Assist with monthly and year-end inventory counts and cycle counts as required.
Monitor materials, products, and equipment throughout the process and report irregularities or concerns to a supervisor.
Sort, bundle, fill containers, or place items in assembled units as needed.
Mark or apply identifying labels to product loads as needed.
Operate a forklift, including a standing forklift, to load and unload trucks and move inventory between locations as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and optimize space utilization.
Follow DFA GMPs and applicable corporate, regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements; inform QA personnel of quality issues.
Perform other assigned duties.