Material Handler I, 1st Shift

Phillips Distilling Company•Princeton, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Phillips Distilling Company (PDC) is seeking a full-time Material Handler I for its 1st shift. This role is responsible for performing end-of-line production duties and picking customer orders in the warehouse safely, accurately, and efficiently. The position contributes to the Company’s mission of developing and marketing high-quality brands and running best-in-class operations. The selected candidate will enjoy a 4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday, 6:00 am - 4:00 pm), competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Must be able to operate a forklift to move, stack, load, or unload materials in and about the facility in a safe and competent manner.
Ability to calculate different units of measurement to fulfill case quantities.
Ability to pay close attention to detail and be diligent in following picking processes.
Ability to read and write English and perform basic math.
Must have basic computer skills.
Ability to operate RF Gun.
Must have good communication skills, the ability to work well with others, and the ability to multitask.
Ability to use deductive reasoning in troubleshooting to solve work-related problems.
Must be able to work in a safe and courteous manner while abiding by the Company’s safety policies and procedures and assisting with eliminating and/or controlling safety hazards.
Must have the ability to work and participate in an environment that expects all employees to support wellness, safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
Must have the ability to participate in and support Continuous Improvement; including process improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities.
Once hired must complete and pass forklift operator certification qualifications.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis during each shift and tolerate moderate heat.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent desired.

Responsibilities

Picks orders safely, accurately, and quickly by following the pick slip report to determine product location, planning the route and order of product picking for efficiency, and maintaining layer discipline in stacking to prevent damage.
Completes pick slip reports and other documentation appropriately.
Operates a forklift to remove product from stacks.
Uses an RF scanner to scan pallets to orders and verify product identification.
Secures product on pallets for shipping using shrink-wrap.
Stages picked product at the loading dock for order pick-up.
Performs end-of-line production duties, including removing full pallets of product from the end of the line using a forklift.
Secures product on pallets using a shrink-wrapper.
Ensures proper documentation of transfer and product identification.
Enters product location on the EOL sheet and transfers that location onto the master production sheet.
Locates space in the warehouse for new product and transfers product to its intended location using a pallet jack.
Maintains a supply of good empty pallets for EOL activity and ensures the palletizer magazine is kept supplied.
Uses system reports to consolidate like items into fewer warehouse locations.
Completes all appropriate paperwork neatly and accurately.
Operates a forklift safely and competently, and maintains the forklift and batteries.
Works in a safe and courteous manner while abiding by the Company’s safety policies and procedures.
Assists with loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
Maintains clean equipment and a clean working environment.
Communicates regularly with shipper and other Forklift Operators to work as a team.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor.