Order Picker

B&G Foods • Ankeny, IA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for accurately selecting products, efficiently assembling, preparing for shipment, and verifying the accuracy of orders that are shipped to customers and pool distribution points. The role involves continuously updating inventory as products are picked. The shift is 1st Shift, 10:45 PM - 7:15 AM, Sunday - Thursday, with overtime as required on Saturday and/or Sunday, and daily shift overtime as needed. The hourly rate is $22.93/hour plus a $0.55/hour shift differential.

Requirements

• Skill in operating material-moving equipment safely and conscientiously.
• Performs basic math operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to work at a rapid pace for continuous periods.
• Ability to organize and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to deal effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.
• Communicates effectively with plant personnel courteously and cooperatively.
• Must possess basic computer keyboarding skills.
• Demonstrates efficient order picking skills regularly.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing work tasks efficiently and safely.
• Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Responds appropriately to supervision.
• Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of the department and company.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Actively participates in resolving order picking issues or problems.
• Employees are expected to work at other work centers where job qualifications allow.
• Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality standards of workmanship.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must obtain forklift and Order Picker certification.
• Pass an Order Picker Qualification Checklist (deadline to be established by the company.)

Nice To Haves

• Onsite training specific to job responsibilities.
• Many of the job duties of this position require you to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), if so, when and how to use this equipment will be explained to you at the time of hire.
• To determine the ability to perform job functions where the use of a respirator is required, employees will be given a physical examination before performing this type of work.

Responsibilities

• Pick a finished product from storage racks for customer orders accurately, efficiently, and with due concern for product quality and condition.
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by reading and following Company and OSHA safety regulations.
• Perform various functions within the pick module.
• Send orders down the conveyor to be wrapped.
• Watch for and remove jams on the conveyor.
• Prepare orders for shipment by palletizing and wrapping or boxing products, prints, and attaching labels on completed orders.
• Place packing slip prebills, and other required documentation on order when needed.
• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently to minimize risk to personnel and damage to inventory and equipment.
• Charge and change batteries.
• Perform correct, accurate, and timely inventory and or product transactions to reflect material movement and inventory status using a computer and or RF device.
• Keep the work area clean and remove waste and products from the floor and locations.
• Removes shrink-wrap and cardboard from pallets in pick locations before picking.
• Place materials in proper locations.
• Assist with the training of current and new Order Pickers, as directed.
• Build and assemble pre-packs and pallet displays according to instructions.
• Perform case counts on completed customer orders, as directed.
• Assist supervisor with inventory functions, when directed.
• Report inventory discrepancies to the supervisor or auditor immediately.
• Place damaged and partial cases of product in a designated location to be recouped.
• Complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for reporting any food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Responsible for following cGMP’s.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and good housekeeping.
• Follow all appropriate cleaning procedures.
• Ensure pallets are clean and in good repair.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED