Location: Lodi,CA, USA
Location: Lodi, CA, US, 95240
* Must have a good working knowledge of product labeling to ensure correct product is being shipped/received
* Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming or outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records
* Prepares and expedites shipments wraps pallets with plastic and affixes labels, including any special customer labels; scan labels into the system; moves pallets from the production floor to the warehouse freezers and stacks; fills out bills of lading and completes any additional paperwork; inputs information into the computer
* Operates the forklift; motorized pallet jack; clamp; wrap machine, crane and clamper, Yard truck
* Operates the computer programs and scanner system
* Moves finished products and ingredients to and from the production floor as required picks up any returns
* Stages product and loads the Customer trucks (2-6 daily) partial loads need to be stacked by hand only Tech 2 is allowed to load the customer trucks
* Works as a member of a 5 person team (3 on production floor, 2 in the freezers) rotate positions on a weekly basis
* Delivers pallets and sample cases to R&D or QC
* Consolidates partial pallets, fixes any damaged pallets
* Inspects aisles, sweeps the work area and keeps it clean
* Turnover with next crew at both ends of the shift re problems or unfinished work
* Performs other assigned duties as required
* Inventory Responsibilities which includes conducting Inventory Cycle Counts thru the RF system as well as verification and or validations
* Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all other food safety requirements
* Ensures Technicians are wearing all required PPEs
* Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens to others ideas/issues; responds well to questions
* Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above his/her own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; maintains a positive attitude; generates ideas and suggestions that improve the teams performance, the efficiency of the process or the quality of the products
* Ethics - Treats people from own and other cultures with respect; works with honesty and integrity; upholds organizational values
* Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; is consistently at work and on time
* Flexibility and Adaptability Must be able to deal with sudden changes in scheduling; filling in on other positions to help out when needed
* Language skills Should be able to read and write the necessary documents and procedures in English. In addition, should be able to communicate clearly in English any work direction, instructions or feedback. Ability to speak Spanish an added plus
* Decision-making Able to handle problems and think through to solutions. Knows when to act independently and when to involve the Supervisor
* Mathematical Skills Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
* Computer skills Able to input and retrieve the necessary information from the various databases; able to use the scanner
* Attention to Detail must make sure all information matches, that product is not expired, that everything has been signed off, counts are correct, weights etc
* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferable; or 6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, E-mail, and simple database applications
* Demonstrated ability to operate a forklift
* Valid Drivers License
* English skills bilingual (Spanish) preferred
* Able to lift up to 30 lbs
* Willingness to work weekends and overtime when required
As a family-owned company, caring for our associatestheir whole selvesis a top priority. Thats why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:
* Competitive compensation
* Health & financial benefits
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Family planning support
* Flexible work policy
* Associate affinity groups
* Volunteering & community impact opportunities
* Holiday gatherings
* In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!
Its all part of how we support our family of associates. ***Because in the company of family, all things are possible.***