1st Shift Warehouse Attendant/Forklift.

Michigan Turkey Producers•Wyoming, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on position responsible for understanding and following all appropriate QA & USDA policies & procedures, complying with SSOP & HACP requirements, and working effectively in a team environment. The role involves picking orders accurately, loading trucks, and providing backup for the Logistics Coordinator. The attendant must ensure the department prioritizes tasks correctly in a timely and accurate manner, and perform any other duties assigned by their foreman.

Requirements

Must be able to physically perform the essential functions of the role as outlined.
Must be able to twist, bend, reach, and sit for 8 hours or the duration of the shift.
Must be able to operate and use office machines and equipment.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Must be able to communicate utilizing various office equipment including the telephone, computer, facsimile machine, pager etc.
Must be able to speak, read and write in the English language.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Computer Proficiency (MFG/ PRO, Excel) and detailed oriented.
Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills & the ability to work with many levels of management.
Excellent math skills.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow all appropriate QA & USDA policies & procedures.
Comply with all appropriate SSOP & HACP requirements.
Work in a team environment.
Pick orders accurately.
Load trucks.
Provide Logistics’ Coordinator back up in the event of illness or vacation.
Ensure the department is working on the correct priorities in a timely & accurate manner.
Supervise the Logistics crew activities, including shipping, receiving, restack & warehouse management.
Ensure all customer orders are filled in an accurate & timely manner.
Work effectively with the Logistics’ Coordinator on all daily activities.
Ensure first in, first out rotation is followed (FIFO).
Work with Logistics Coordinator, Warehouse Foreman and Department Manager to ensure the perpetual inventory records are accurate at all times.
Comply with all the housekeeping expectations.
Work effectively with Warehouse Foreman on the transition from first to second shift activities.