General Description:

The Warehouse Operator is responsible for completing assigned production duties to ensure customer, team member, and vendor satisfaction. The Warehouse Operator performs all duties to include but not limited to, full operation of palletizing line equipment, proper tracking of Production Orders, use of Inventory Management System for transferring of product to proper locations, the printing of labels, and proper placement of labels on finished goods pallets, loading of finished goods onto outbound trailers, the printing of load diagrams and preparing other shipping documents as required. The Warehouse Operator also assists in other functional areas as needed on a day-to-day basis. The Warehouse Operator completes these functions in the support of the manufacture of dairy-related products.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for achieving assigned goals in the area of production, safety, quality, performance, and cost. Notifies supervision and maintenance of mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity and equipment capabilities and begins to identify areas where operators can assist in resolving concerns. Responsible for complying with GMP’s, SOP’s, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations. Operates palletizing equipment, too include supplying pallets, slip, and tie sheets as needed to keep the line moving. Responsible for operating pallet wrappers and attached conveyor lines. Troubleshoots and corrects issues as necessary. Operates Inventory Management System components to include handheld scanners and computer terminals to ensure proper tracking of raw and finished goods. Operates Powered Industrial Trucks in a safe manner. Loads finished goods onto outgoing trailers and perform all required safety checks prior to loading or removing goods from trailers. Performs inspection of finished goods pallets for adjacent line operators prior to them being loaded on outbound trailers. Completes load diagrams, assigns trailer seals as required for outbound loads, and places them in designated positions for supply driver’s use. Covers breaks and lunches and other staffing needs as assigned by their supervisor/lead. Compliant with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing and safety on their assigned shift and reports concerning their supervisor/lead. Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their supervisor/lead and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment. Responsible for reporting food safety problems and initiating action and for supporting SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality. Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adhere to sanitation practices. Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments.

Essential Knowledge, Skills:

Ability to apply basic to complex mathematical concepts such as adding, counting, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and knowledge of weights and measure, to sufficiently handle job tasks. Understand and respond appropriately to basic and complex, employee, vendor, and customer inquiries. Read, write, and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions (Other preferences will be given for special language skills when there is a business need). Knowledge of the company's mission, purpose, goals, and your role in achieving each of them. Ability to safely operate facility equipment as required in assigned area. Satisfactorily complete all company training requirements. Ability to interpret company documents and literature and UPC/code information.

Education/Experience:

Minimum of GED or High School diploma preferred. Prior PIT experience preferred.

Performance Standards:

Responsible for reporting to work at scheduled times and communicating tardiness and absences with the Supervisor/Manager on duty prior to the occurrence. Responsible for reporting to work in a condition to work. Responsible for being well-groomed and dressed in a business-and position-appropriate attire at all times including ensuring compliance with GMP dress code standards. Comply with performance criteria, standards of conduct as contained in company policy, employment procedures, and responsibilities as described in the company handbook. Maintain a safe work environment at all times and immediately report and take appropriate action to correct a safety concern. Reports any incidents immediately regardless of severity. Responsible for completing all assigned tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Requires morning, afternoon, and overnight availability any day of the week based on the assigned shift. Requests to be scheduled off for a specific day require advance notification and approval by the Supervisor/Manager. Hourly: Generally scheduled for 48 hours and 36 hours alternating weeks; more hours may be required based on the needs of the business. (12 shifts)

Environmental Concerns:

Normally protected from weather and temperature changes, possible exposure to hot cold wet, humid, or windy weather conditions does exist. Works in a cold environment of approximately 36 degrees Fahrenheit for the majority of the shift. May be subject to exposure to ingredients used in the manufacture of food products including allergens. May be subject to exposure to chemicals involved in the manufacture and sanitation of a food processing facility.

Physical Job Requirements:

Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility including but not limited to office, production, and warehouse environments. Including the outside perimeter of the building. Able to work continuously in a cold environment. Able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions. Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with meal break. Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations. Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Byrne, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $19.50 to $26.00.