Receiver

Pet Food Experts,LLC • Bartlett, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Receiver unloads trucks, trailers, and containers of product, such as bags of pet food, cases of cans, and litter, as specified by the Receiving Coordinator. The role involves building pallets accurately and efficiently to prevent product damage and safely handling materials manually and with warehouse equipment. Some positions may be assigned to a walk-in freezer, where employees work for extended periods at or below -5°F while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of proven reach truck experience.
• Ability to safely and repeatedly handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English, including identifying numbers.
• Reliable transportation, a flexible schedule, solid attendance, and a positive, professional attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work for long periods in temperatures at or below -5°F while wearing required personal protective equipment, if assigned to the walk-in freezer.

Nice To Haves

• Experience safely operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or high-reach trucks.
• Experience and certification for an electric pallet jack.
• Experience with Infor WMS.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks, trailers, and containers of product as specified by the Receiving Coordinator.
• Safely bend, lift, and move materials up to 50 pounds repetitively and continuously throughout the shift, manually and using warehouse equipment.
• Build pallets accurately, properly, and efficiently to prevent product damage during delivery to customers.
• Perform job functions and supporting activities in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Safety footwear reimbursement.
• Overtime pay.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee discounts on pet food and supplies.
• Scheduled pay increases after 6 months, after 1 year of service, and regularly based on length of service.
• Company events, supportive colleagues, and employee wellness and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed