Warehouse Operator

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About The Position

Upstate Niagara Cooperative is hiring Warehouse Operators to operate material-handling equipment and move finished products to and from the warehouse and trucks. Equipment may include power-lifting equipment and scan guns. Operators perform required procedures and help maintain accurate inventory, safe and clean work areas, and compliance with applicable food-safety and regulatory requirements. The role also supports continuous improvement, waste reduction, and facility safety efforts.

The position requires working in varied temperature ranges and flexibility to operate various production equipment within the work area. Operators are expected to meet departmental productivity standards, complete qualification-card training plans, follow company policies and procedures, and perform duties safely and compliantly. The posted pay range is $18–$20 per hour; actual pay may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, budget, and internal equity. The total rewards package may include group health and/or dental insurance, a retirement plan, a wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of manufacturing and/or warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate forklifts and manual or electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to work in varied temperature ranges.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to be flexible within the work area and operate various production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate material-handling equipment to move finished products to and from the warehouse and trucks.
• Load, unload, and pick orders while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete required documentation and checklists.
• Participate in continuous-improvement efforts to improve products, services, or processes.
• Maintain area cleanliness, report leaking or out-of-spec product, and participate in waste-reduction efforts.
• Follow safety requirements, including housekeeping, Lock Out/Tag Out, and PPE, and engage in facility safety efforts.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NYSDA, PMO, and FDA requirements, and assist in maintaining SQF readiness and HACCP.
• Meet departmental productivity standards and complete qualification-card training plans.
• Perform job duties safely and compliantly, follow company policies and procedures, and communicate openly with a positive and respectful attitude.

Benefits

• Group health insurance may be included in the total rewards package.
• Dental insurance may be included in the total rewards package.
• Retirement plan may be included in the total rewards package.
• Wellness program may be included in the total rewards package.
• Paid time away from work may be included in the total rewards package.
• Paid holidays may be included in the total rewards package.

What This Job Offers

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