Order Picker

B&G Foods Inc.•Ankeny, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Order Picker accurately selects finished products from storage racks, assembles and prepares customer and pool-distribution orders for shipment, and verifies order accuracy. The role updates inventory as products are picked and uses computer or RF-device transactions to record material movement and inventory status. The position also performs other functions within the pick module and may assist with training, inventory tasks, pre-packs, pallet displays, and order counts as directed. The position works in a manufacturing plant environment around moving mechanical parts and motorized vehicles, with possible exposure to varying temperatures. Employees must follow safety, food safety, quality, cleaning, and housekeeping requirements. Personal protective equipment is required for some duties; employees will be instructed on its use. A physical examination is required before work where a respirator is required. The schedule is 10:45 PM–7:15 AM, Sunday through Thursday. Overtime may be required on Saturday and/or Sunday, as well as during daily shifts as needed. The hourly rate is $22.93 plus a $0.55-per-hour shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must obtain forklift and Order Picker certification.
Must pass an Order Picker Qualification Checklist by a deadline established by the company.
Ability to operate material-moving equipment safely and conscientiously.
Ability to perform basic math operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to work productively as a team member and communicate courteously and cooperatively with plant personnel.
Ability to work at a rapid pace for continuous periods and organize and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Basic computer keyboarding skills.
Ability to demonstrate efficient order-picking skills, initiative, effort, commitment, responsible behavior, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.
Ability to respond appropriately to supervision and align behavior with department and company needs, priorities, and goals.
Good attendance and punctuality.
Ability to participate actively in resolving order-picking issues and problems.
Employees are expected to work at other work centers where their qualifications allow.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and potentially work at heights up to 30 feet.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent to continuous standing, walking, reaching, coordination, and repetitive hand and arm motions; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stair climbing, bending, rotation, squatting, and crouching; and rare kneeling and crawling.
Must undergo a physical examination before performing work requiring a respirator.

Responsibilities

Accurately and efficiently pick finished products from storage racks for customer orders while protecting product quality and condition.
Follow Company and OSHA safety regulations to prevent workplace injuries.
Perform various functions within the pick module.
Send orders down the conveyor to be wrapped and monitor the conveyor for jams, removing jams as needed.
Prepare orders for shipment by palletizing and wrapping or boxing products and prints, and attaching labels.
Place packing slip prebills and other required documentation on orders when needed.
Operate material-handling equipment safely and efficiently to reduce risks to personnel and prevent damage to inventory and equipment.
Charge and change batteries.
Use a computer and/or RF device to complete accurate and timely inventory and product transactions reflecting material movement and inventory status.
Keep the work area clean and remove waste and products from floors and locations.
Remove shrink-wrap and cardboard from pallets in pick locations before picking.
Place materials in proper locations.
Assist with training 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 the supervisor with inventory functions when directed.
Report inventory discrepancies to the supervisor or auditor immediately.
Place damaged and partial cases in a designated location for recouping.
Complete necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
Report food safety and quality problems to personnel authorized to initiate action.
Follow cGMPs and appropriate cleaning procedures, maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping, and ensure pallets are clean and in good repair.
Perform other duties as assigned.