Shipping-B shift-Alma

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Alma, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator supports daily production by staging and returning materials, maintaining clean and organized coolers, freezers, and warehouse areas, and assisting with equipment cleaning and material handling. The role also provides shipping coverage, including loading and warehousing finished goods, operating palletizing equipment, completing required documentation accurately, and communicating effectively with team members and supervisors. The position is located in Alma, Kansas, and works second shift, Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Extended hours and weekends may be required. On-the-job training is provided. The work includes temperatures below 40°F and standing or walking on concrete for most of the workday. Pay is $21.65 per hour, plus a $1 per hour second-shift differential. Hours worked over 40 in a week are paid at 1.5 times the rate. Employees receive weekly pay and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; a 401(k) with employer match; a stock purchase plan; paid vacation; and free two-year community or technical college tuition for employees’ children.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Be authorized to work in the United States for any employer and not require employer sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future.
Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
Perform repetitive hand and wrist motions throughout a shift.
Occasionally lift, push, or pull 50 pounds or more.
Be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, kneel, squat, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
Work in temperatures below 40°F and stand or walk on concrete for most of the workday.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in food handling or manufacturing.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily production setup by transporting meats, spices, and packaging supplies to production lines.
Return unused materials to the cooler, freezer, or warehouse at the end of second shift.
Maintain the organization and cleanliness of cooler, freezer, and warehouse areas.
Clean and maintain lifts and other material-handling equipment.
Provide vacation coverage for the sleeveline shipping position, including loading and warehousing finished goods and operating the robotic palletizer.
Complete and follow required paperwork and procedures accurately, ensuring timely and precise production documentation.
Communicate with team members and leadership to support workflow and production needs.
Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Use AS400 terminals for data entry and production tracking, as applicable.