Open Interviews - Shipping/Receiving Worker (SugarCreek)

Sugarcreek • Cambridge City, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping/Receiving Worker operates a standup counterbalance forklift efficiently and safely under the direction of the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor or Departmental Manager. The role coordinates with truck drivers to load and unload products and materials for shipment or storage in a fast-paced environment, and assists with handling and packing incoming and outgoing shipments as needed.

The position works in an indoor manufacturing facility with warehouse temperatures of 28°F and freezer temperatures typically around 0°F. The environment is cold and sometimes wet, and required safety wear includes refrigeration wear, a safety vest, and other necessary equipment.

Requirements

• Previous forklift experience is required; stand-up forklift experience is preferred.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively using verbal and written skills.
• Able to read, interpret, and review instructions for preparing materials.
• Able to work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ambidexterity to operate the forklift properly and control precision when maneuvering it.
• Able to understand warehouse order processing.
• Able to adapt to different work requirements.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining focus on efficiency and safety.
• Attention to detail when loading or unloading customer orders, products, or other materials.
• Able to stand for most of the day and perform the physical work required for shipping operations.
• Able to occasionally lift, carry, or move cases weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Adequate trunk and arm/hand strength to stand and work for most of the day without fatiguing.
• Static strength to lift, push, and pull objects, and manual dexterity to manipulate or move objects.
• Able to occasionally climb to dislodge or maneuver products for forklift access.

Nice To Haves

• Stand-up forklift experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Complete required training to safely operate a standup counterbalance forklift or extended reach forklift.
• Receive and follow instructions from the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor regarding movement and loading of products.
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, including charging its battery.
• Inspect trailers before loading or unloading.
• Load and unload trailers safely.
• Pick cases as needed.
• Operate RF equipment and E-SHIP.
• Prepare products for tempering services.
• Observe surroundings while operating a forklift to maintain clear pathways and avoid collisions.
• Follow instructions and safety procedures provided by the warehouse supervisor or departmental manager.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Support safety, food quality, and sanitation initiatives and policies.
• Follow Sugar Creek Packing Co. safety rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $23.00 per hour, increasing to $25.00 per hour after one year.
• Shift differential of $1.00 per hour.

What This Job Offers

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