Operator 1 Receiving

The J.M. Smucker Co.•Emporia, KS

About The Position

This position reports to: Manager Receiving / Receiving Supervisor / Receiving Lead JOB SUMMARY: Receiving Operator 1 is responsible for the daily operations and functions in the receiving department. This position has direct responsibility to ensure that all work activities under its span of control are performed with attention to the highest standards of food quality, safe processes, compliance with all appropriate legal requirements and a focus on continuous process improvement.

Requirements

Must pass Fork Lift written test and driver test that is given by the company.
Requires high school diploma, or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Additional post-secondary education is preferred (i.e.: Technical or Vocational education) in areas of material handling, warehouse, distribution, packaging, etc.
Previous work experience in a manufacturing warehouse and/or distribution environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with the training of new receiving personnel.
Check ingredient and packaging areas on production floor and fill as needed.
Return empty and bad pallets to shipping.
Check all ingredients COA’s to make sure they meet Hostess specs.
Maintain receiving logs.
Inspect all ingredients, packaging and the delivery vehicle for contamination and/or unsanitary conditions.
Report any issues to Receiving Supervisor / Receiving Manager / Receiving Lead.
Complete correct Inspection Report for all ingredients and packaging received.
Maintain clean, sanitary conditions in all storage areas.
Unload packaging in receiving and shipping to maintain adequate stock for production.
Must be able to move material and operate a Forklift in a safe manner.
Verify ingredients taken to production floor with Hostess Formula.
Perform additional duties as directed by Receiving Supervisor / Receiving Manager / Receiving Lead.