Material Handler/ Driver 1st shift

Rich's•Eagan, MN

About The Position

This position supports the shipment of goods produced and the receipt of goods and supplies used in or to aid in production and storage. The role performs shipping and receiving duties and handles inbound and outbound deliveries. It also supports warehouse operations, inventory returns, freezer-space reservations, production register distribution, outbound product reservations, and other Warehouse Management System functions according to established guidelines. The position requires following company policies, procedures, GMPs, safety requirements, and the Company code of ethics. The associate identifies and addresses work-task problems within their training and knowledge, escalating other issues to the appropriate person. The role also involves maintaining respectful, productive working relationships with warehouse leaders, managers, team members, and coworkers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Three to five years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to follow defined policies, processes, and procedures.
Excellent computer skills and experience extracting and analyzing data using information-system reporting tools such as Excel.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Good interpersonal, analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Hands-on approach and willingness to get involved to complete the work.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Experience using QAD, SAP, and Outlook is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform shipping and receiving duties and handle inbound and outbound deliveries.
Inspect shipments for damage or defects, record discrepancies or damage, and notify a supervisor.
Deliver items to requisitioning departments and obtain authorized signatures for accepted items.
Trace lost shipments or customer claims involving lost shipments and initiate proof-of-delivery documents.
Maintain department databases, prepare routine reports, and file shipping and receiving records as needed.
Apply all GMPs and safety requirements, including personal hygiene and housekeeping practices associated with the tasks.
Identify problems in assigned work, correct issues within the scope of training and knowledge, and communicate other issues to the appropriate person.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with warehouse group leaders, managers, team members, and coworkers; resolve conflicts respectfully.
Follow plant rules, policies, and the Company code of ethics.
Ensure unused raw materials are returned efficiently to inventory.
Reserve freezer space for daily plant production according to preset guidelines; print and distribute the production register as needed.
Follow warehouse dump procedures and handle cases that do not require team leader approval.
Reserve product for outbound shipments and double-check for errors or problems.
Perform other Warehouse Management System functions as necessary and according to preset guidelines.