Warehouse)-Lak Dairy

Publix•Lakeland, FL

3d•$21 - $29

About The Position

The Vacation/Shift Relief Operator supports the Shipping/Warehouse department by covering positions when associates are on vacation, using holiday exchanges, sick, or otherwise absent. The operator relieves associates for breaks and lunches, keeps current on procedures and practices for all department positions, and performs the day-to-day duties of the Department Manager and/or Utility Trainer during their absences. The role also serves as a positive example for associates and develops in-depth knowledge of plant operations. Schedules listed are 3:00 PM–1:30 AM, 6:00 PM–4:30 AM, and 9:00 PM–5:30 AM, on varying days. The position may require working any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safe working habits.
Obtain a license and operate a forklift.
Be able to frequently lift more than 50 pounds.
Be able to learn and perform all positions.
Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Have good human relations skills, work well with others, and be a team player.
Be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Have excellent attendance and punctuality.
Be willing to assist other team members in other areas.
Be able to perform steady, productive work for an extended period.
Work efficiently with little or no supervision.
Follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Possess basic math skills and communicate effectively.
Show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work.
Show commitment to Publix and its mission.

Responsibilities

Cover department positions when associates are on vacation, using holiday exchanges, sick, or otherwise absent, as requested by the manager.
Perform duties during unplanned absences and relieve associates for breaks and lunches.
Stay updated on changes to procedures and practices for all department positions in the plant.
Perform the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of the Department Manager and/or Utility Trainer during vacations and other absences.
Serve as a positive role model for associates and develop in-depth knowledge of plant operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Holiday Bonus: 15 hours of pay in the first year of continuous employment; one week’s pay in the second year; and two weeks’ pay in subsequent years, subject to remaining employed through the bonus check issue date.
Night differential of $0.75 per hour for associates regularly scheduled to work hours between midnight and 3:00 a.m.
Weekend differential of $2.00 per hour for hours worked from 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock each year at no cost.
Opportunity to purchase additional shares of privately held stock.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Group health, dental, and vision plans.
Paid Time Off.
Paid Parental Leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free hot buffet-style lunches at facilities with a cafeteria.