Operation Specialist - 1st Shift

Lakeside Foods•Manitowoc, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there’s a seat at the table for you. At Lakeside Foods, we are not your typical packaging and warehouse. Our Packaging Center in Manitowoc is clean, safe, and full of energy. As an Operations Specialist Team Member in our Frozen Department, you will be part of a team that values hard work, supports each other, and takes pride in delivering quality product. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a stable, rewarding job, this is a place where you can grow and thrive.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Three to five years of experience in warehouse operations, production, labeling, and/or packaging preferred.
Proficient computer applications and systems.
SAP experience is a plus.
Strong attention to detail.
Basic math proficiency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to safety practices.

Responsibilities

Review production schedules to plan and set up Mixing Schedules, ensuring freezer locations are stocked with core blends.
Check the daily shipping schedule for incoming deliveries.
Coordinate inbound shipments from external warehouses based on production needs.
Track inventory levels at outside warehouses.
Monitor corrugate inventory and generate purchase orders as needed.
Monitor supply inventory and initiate purchase orders when necessary.
Collaborate with the Frozen Warehouse Supervisor to ensure product is stored in the correct freezer to meet production requirements.
Enter "New Pack" data (June through November) into spreadsheets.
Coordinate transfers and releases with external processing plants.
Provide backup support for Frozen Production Scheduler and Frozen Clerical/STO Specialist.
Work with Quality Department to manage the release of purchased product.
Communicate with Corporate Buyer regarding low inventory levels of purchased items.
Communicate with various customers to manage incoming orders and report any shortages.
Assist with year-end inventory cycle counts.
Partner closely with Frozen Production Scheduler to ensure adequate product and corrugate for order demands.
Adhere to all Lakeside Foods policies and procedures.
May perform other duties as assigned.