Warehouse Operator- Third Shift

The Krusteaz Company Careers•Effingham, IL

17h•$22•Onsite

About The Position

The Krusteaz Company is seeking a Third Shift Warehouse Operator to join their Effingham team. This role is responsible for supporting all warehouse operations involving dry food products, ensuring compliance with customer and company specifications. Key tasks include packing, trucking, stacking, counting, wrapping, weighing, cleaning, and operating various machinery on a rotating basis. The company emphasizes a people-focused culture, valuing its employees with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. They foster an engaged and energized environment driven by collaboration and ingenuity, offering opportunities for growth and making a difference within an entrepreneurial spirit.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate in English with team members and supervisors through various channels, including radio, email and in-person interactions.
Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
Two (2) or more years of experience operating a stand-up forklift.
Must be able to complete the Krusteaz forklift training and obtain certification.
Ability to use entire body to bend, twist, push, pull, reach, squat, climb, maneuver, stand, walk, sit, and lean in awkward positions to perform a variety of tasks.
Proven experience in oral and written communication.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Previous food processing experience is preferred.
Previous experience with receiving/unloading in supply chain manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Wear all required PPE (Steel or composite-toed shoes, uniforms, safety glasses, bump cap, hair nets, and fall protection if necessary).
Work comfortably and safely at heights for short periods.
Perform daily visual inspection of forklift trucks and document results.
Work in a Bar Code environment using Laser Scanners, Tracking Devices, and Label Printers.
Perform daily visual inspections of incoming trucks, materials, and equipment.
Transport raw materials, finished goods, and machinery in the most safe and efficient manner through the use of a forklift.
Pick, stage, load and put away all warehouse materials.
Track materials to efficiently supply internal and external customers using Eagle software.
Rotate stock on a FIFO basis through the use of Eagle Inventory System.
Print PO receipts, picklists, bills of lading, verify accuracy of documents concerning material movement.
Program, supply, load, and unload and trouble shoot automatic palletizer equipment according to production schedule.
Follow GMP’s and report any food safety concerns to management.
Work in a safe manner following plant safety requirements.
Safeguard product quality and follow GMP, housekeeping, and food safety guidelines.
Communicate clearly and politely using a variety of media such as a radio.
Develop good working relationships with fellow team members.
Manage time efficiently and effectively, demonstrating self-motivation.
Manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Work independently and ensure specific assignments are completed within established time frames.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting at $60-$95/month for employee-only coverage on the PPO Plan or starting at $30-$45/month for employee-only coverage on the HDHP)
Generous PTO (3 weeks of paid time off)
401(k) match
10 paid holidays
1 paid personal holiday
Company provided life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Healthcare saving account
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Additional incentives based on business performance (Up to a 7% quarterly bonus incentive pay)