Jennie-O Turkey Store - 2nd Shift Distribution Specialist - Barron, WI

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Barron, WI
•Onsite

About The Position

Jennie-O Turkey Store is hiring a 2nd Shift Distribution Specialist in Barron, Wisconsin. The hourly pay rate is $22.20 upon hire, $22.56 after six months, and $23.21 after one year. The role involves loading and verifying shipments, scanning products, putting items away, and operating a forklift and standup lift. Work is performed in a 28–30-degree environment, and the position requires flexibility in start or stop times and availability to work weekends. Applicants must have completed six months in their current position to be considered; team members with less than six months may be considered for promotion or transfer based on company needs. Training on equipment and procedures is provided. The role offers advancement opportunities into operator, lead, supervisory, and management positions.

Requirements

  • Previous forklift experience and ability to obtain a Jennie-O Turkey Store forklift license.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Ability to use handheld scanners.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, as start or stop times may vary.
  • Must be able to work weekends.
  • Ability to meet error accountability program standards.
  • No performance work actions in the last six months.
  • No attendance work actions in the last six months.
  • Ability to work in a 28–30-degree environment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds to a height of five feet.
  • Must have completed six months in the present position to be considered, subject to the stated exception based on company needs.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous distribution experience.
  • Knowledge of inventory, bar codes, handheld scanners, forklift operation, computers, and the distribution environment.

Responsibilities

  • Load trucks safely and efficiently.
  • Scan product bar codes.
  • Count and verify products before shipment using paperwork.
  • Perform responsibilities with quality and accuracy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Put products away in the correct location.
  • Use a forklift and standup lift.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Weekly paychecks.
  • Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; health care plan eligibility after 30 days of employment.
  • Life insurance.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • 401(k) with match.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Free two-year community or technical college tuition for employees' children.
  • Relocation assistance for eligible applicants.
  • Training on equipment and procedures.
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • Wellness program.
  • Paid time off.
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