Warehouse Bulk Staging Specialist A

Illes Foods•Carrollton, TX

About The Position

The Warehouse Bulk Staging Specialist A accurately stages materials needed to create kits for the McKenzie and Luna production groups, including bulk materials for Liquid and Dry Production Teams. The role operates a stand-up forklift throughout the workday, processes required transactions in the Ross ERP system, and supports production across departments, facilities, product lines, and equipment platforms as business needs require. The specialist maintains the warehouse, common areas, and outside areas, follows food safety and quality requirements, and performs other duties assigned by management. The role requires regular attendance for scheduled shifts and conduct aligned with ILLES Foods’ core values: Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership. The position is permanent, full time, and non-exempt. Scheduled hours are 6 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, subject to change based on production needs. Working conditions include temperature variation from 55 to 110 degrees and frequent physical activity, including lifting, standing, bending, climbing, reaching, crouching, pushing, and pulling.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or the ability to obtain one within a specified time.
Warehouse experience required.
Ability to safely operate a stand-up forklift.
Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously and lift 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to handle 55-gallon drums after training.
Ability to stand continuously and frequently bend, stoop, climb, reach above the shoulder, crouch, push, and pull.
Ability to use feet, hands, wrists, arms, and shoulders constantly.
Ability to work while standing on a 10-foot stepladder with rails.
Ability to work in temperatures ranging from 55 to 110 degrees.
Foundational communication, ERP, time-management, and reliability skills, including accurate ERP entries and reliable attendance.
Active listening and teamwork skills to coordinate with Weigh Stage and Production teams.
Material staging, safety, GMP, and inventory-handling skills.
Critical thinking and flexibility to adjust to priority changes and resolve staging issues.
Ability to support team workflow and cross-train as assigned.
Follow job-related instructions and perform additional duties as required.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience safely operating a stand-up forklift is preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately stage required materials in bulk for Liquid and Dry Production Teams and create kits for the McKenzie and Luna production groups.
Operate a stand-up forklift throughout the workday.
Achieve a staging rate of at least eight line items per hour.
Execute required transactions in the Ross ERP system.
Follow GMP requirements, safety policies, and ILLES procedures.
Cross-train in other company departments as assigned.
Maintain appropriate and professional written and verbal communication.
Maintain food safety, legality, integrity, and quality standards at all times.
Support production activities across departments, facilities, product lines, and equipment platforms as business needs require, within the employee’s skills, qualifications, and level.
Maintain the warehouse, common areas, and outside areas.
Attend scheduled shifts regularly.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.