Warehouse Operator - Any Shift - Union

Ardent Mills•Alton, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ardent Mills is seeking a Warehouse Operator for its Alton, Illinois production facility. The role supports smooth and efficient warehouse operations and performs sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements. Tasks include receiving, storing, organizing, and distributing raw materials and finished products, as well as operating a forklift. The position requires regular onsite presence. Work schedules may vary with business and operational needs and may include shift work, overtime, weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities where applicable. Training is provided.

Requirements

Customer-focused mindset and strong problem-solving skills.
Reliability, a strong work ethic, and a can-do attitude.
Willingness to learn new skills and support team members in achieving production goals.
Adaptability and willingness to work in various plant areas and rotate through positions and shifts.
Emphasis on safety.
Ability to ascend and descend stairs multiple times per day and climb ladders, steps, and extension ladders.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend or stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach at or below shoulder level.
Ability to perform physical duties that may include bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and loud noise, while using PPE, including a dust mask.
Ability to work in elevated areas four feet and above.
Must be clean shaven when performing tasks requiring respiratory protection so a respirator, including an N-95 dust mask, can seal properly.

Responsibilities

Support smooth and efficient warehouse operations.
Perform sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements.
Receive, store, organize, and distribute raw materials and finished products.
Operate a forklift.
Work in various areas of the plant and rotate through positions and shifts as needed.
Follow safety practices and take pride in the quality of work.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates
Annual performance bonus
On-the-job training
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Health and dependent savings accounts
Life and disability programs
Voluntary benefit programs
Company-sponsored wellness programs
Retirement savings with company contribution and match
Team member and family assistance program (EAP)
Employee recognition program with rewards
Shift differential for eligible employees assigned to shifts outside standard business hours