SHIPPING ASSOCIATE (Day Shift)

Butterball•Mount Olive, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution/Raw Receiving Associate ensures raw materials are received, documented, and delivered to appropriate areas to support production. The role works with Production, Quality, and Distribution teams to verify inbound materials, maintain accurate inventory, and prepare materials and products for internal movement or outbound shipments. The associate supports production targets and customer order fulfillment while following safety, food safety, and quality expectations and maintaining an organized workspace. Work is performed in a food processing plant, including storage coolers and areas below freezing, with potentially high noise levels, wet conditions, processing equipment, and work at heights. The associate must wear personal protective equipment in the manufacturing environment. Travel is not required. Extended hours may be needed.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must pass a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical.
Able to work independently and with groups.
Able to obtain a jack license for all required equipment.
Able to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate adequate energy and stress tolerance.
Able to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions.
Able to train, maintain, and promote a safe work environment.
Able to read and understand HACCP and applicable FDA and OSHA requirements.
Able to remain alert and work safely.
Able to stand for eight hours or more; lift, carry, push, or pull up to and including 50 pounds or more; and reach overhead with loads up to and including 25 pounds.
Able to work at heights and perform physical tasks including gripping, grasping, twisting, bending, stooping, and working below knee or above shoulder level.
Required vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Able to work extended hours if needed, in wet and below-freezing environments, stand for long periods, operate processing equipment, and wear personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or related qualification.
Previous experience with forklifts, scanners, high lifts, or scissor lifts.
Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Retrieve product from storage based on customer or production orders using a scanner and equipment such as forklifts, high lifts, or scissor lifts.
Create master pallet labels using a scanner.
Transport product to and from shipping, production, and raw receiving using a reach lift.
Account for all product on orders.
Load product onto the correct trailer using a forklift and scanner.
Ensure products are properly graded and loaded or received according to load specifications.
Assist with inventory.
Keep the work area clean and sanitary.
Follow work safety policies and guidelines.
Maintain ongoing communication with supervisors and managers.
Cross-train in other areas and rotate among department functions as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.