Entry Warehouse Team Member / Forklift Operator - 1st Shift Salsa

Winland Foods•Buckner, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring a Warehouse Team Member to move goods and materials safely and efficiently across warehouse, production, and packaging operations. The role includes forklift and other equipment operation, inventory management and stock rotation, staging materials to support production, and maintaining accurate records. Team members support shipping and receiving activities, material storage and flow, and continuous improvement while maintaining a clean, organized, audit-ready workplace. The position follows food safety and quality requirements, including GMP, HACCP, SQF, and FSMA policies, as well as applicable safety and DOT regulations. Team members may assist and train colleagues and are expected to adapt to operational changes and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime as required. The work location is 1 Quality Place, Buckner, Kentucky 40010. Pay is $22.44 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Experience operating equipment such as forklifts and box trucks, and using SAP inventory management systems.
Willingness to obtain required certifications, such as forklift, SAP, or Train the Trainer certifications.
Ability to operate equipment, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math; computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations, and commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, and work independently and collaboratively.
Dependability, self-motivation, a positive attitude, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, push heavy loads, stand and walk for extended periods and up to 90% of the shift, and climb as needed.
Ability to perform tasks involving climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; near and far visual acuity, color perception, and a full range of hand and arm movement; 20/20 corrected vision and normal hearing and vision, with correction if needed.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and follow safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
For advanced levels: proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures.
For advanced levels: ability to lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other related equipment.
Inspect equipment and maintain accurate inspection documentation.
Follow applicable Department of Transportation and safety regulations.
Move materials and ensure FIFO rotation.
Stage materials accurately and promptly to prevent production downtime.
Return materials to appropriate locations and handle recyclable materials according to plant processes.
Deliver daily parcel shipments and participate in inventory counts.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, company food safety policies, and storage procedures for allergen, kosher, and organic products.
Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas and keep the work environment audit-ready.
Promptly report safety or quality concerns.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Use computer systems such as SAP for inventory transfers and reporting, and maintain accurate material-handling records.
Participate in improvement projects, required training, and 5S efforts.
At higher levels, provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members and support projects and initiatives.