Warehouse Associate

KUNA MEAT CO GROUP•Dupo, IL

82d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate efficiently sorts, handles, and stocks freight while meeting required productivity and accuracy standards. The role follows company work methods, safety policies, and procedures; maintains a safe work area; obtains supplies and prepares for operations; and uses required personal protective equipment and safety gear. Work is performed using receiving sheets, computer printouts, established procedures, and written or verbal instructions. The associate inspects items for damage and performs temperature and quality checks, taking appropriate action as needed. The role also includes housekeeping, securing equipment, completing end-of-shift paperwork, and other related duties as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. This position is based in a warehouse setting and routinely involves exposure to extreme temperatures, including temperatures as low as -10 degrees. The position uses standard warehouse equipment and requires substantial lifting, pushing, carrying, bending, reaching, and operation of a stand-up pallet jack. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
Must have sufficient reasoning capabilities to solve practical problems, such as determining whether a product is commercially acceptable or whether it is the product ordered.
Must have basic math skills.
Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures, from -10 to 55+ degrees.
Must be able to work overtime as required.
Must be able to be certified on all equipment used on shift by Kuna Foodservice.
High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience.

Nice To Haves

One year of warehouse experience.
Previous forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Efficiently sort, handle, and stock freight.
Meet required productivity and accuracy standards.
Follow preferred work methods, safety policies, and procedures per company guidelines.
Maintain a safe work area and immediately report unsafe conditions or acts.
Obtain supplies required for work and prepare for operations.
Wear all required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
Work from receiving sheets, computer printouts, established procedures and practices, and written or verbal instructions.
Inspect items for damage; perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.
Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area as needed.
Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.