Job Type Full-timeDescriptionWhy you are here: Delicious things, done right is the foundation of how our team has been successful in providing ready-to-eat ingredients for ice cream and frozen desserts for more than 40 years. Customer satisfaction, quality ingredients, a robust food safety program and continual innovation in ice cream inclusions are kind of our thing. As a certified B corporation, Rhino is working to use business as a source for good.As a Distribution Team Member, you will support the distribution team in a fast-paced environment running smoothly and effectively. You will be learning to become proficient at loading/unloading contract trucks, providing ingredients to production lines and moving finishing product once produced. In this role, you will be a crucial team member in ensuring that production starts and continues toward achieving daily goals.What you'll accomplish:
- Gather and organize necessary ingredients, packaging materials, and supplies according to production specifications.
- Plan the order in which ingredients are loaded onto trucks and the frequency of deliveries needed to the plant based on production schedule.
- Properly report, remove, or correct damages prior to transfer of material.
- Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Read and follow automated instructions for materials required for each production run.
- Escalate complex issues and concerns to higher-level distribution team members or supervisor.
- Collaborate with the Logistics Manager to ensure that all raw ingredients are in place for the week's production.
- Utilize email, Microsoft applications, and other internal software for daily communication between facilities, shifts, and departments.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your team members.
- Participate in the daily Master Sanitation program.
- Participate in department, team, and company meetings.
- Perform other assigned duties which directly contribute to Rhino Foods objectives.
RequirementsWhat you'll need to succeed:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years of experience in food production or manufacturing.
- Upon hire, required to complete the following certifications: PIT (forklift, scissor lift, JLG lift, power walkie)
- Ability to support others in following written and verbal instructions and safety requirements.
- Ability to work as a respectful member within a collaborative team.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in group and individual settings.
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems, make decisions, support others under pressure and know when to escalate more complex problems.
- Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and a commitment to maintaining product quality.
- Ability to utilize a computer to effectively communicate and document information based on established practice.
- Ability to give, receive and act on feedback, respectfully express opinions, and listen to others.
- Ability to organize information, develop schedules, goals and timetables and assure they are attained in a timely fashion.
Flexibility is essential in Rhino's ability to respond to short-term demands and ensure smooth operations during busy times. You may be involved in voluntary overtime or temporary assignments that result in extended shifts, weekends shifts, work completed on a different shift or at another Rhino location based on business needs.Rhino Foods is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ). We support employment opportunities for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.Employment is subject to successful screening on national sex offender registries. Salary Description $18.50 per hour