1st Shift Warehouse I (Shipping)

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc in Tulare, CA seeks a full-time on-site forklift operator to load produced pallets into frozen trailers, verify inventory, and complete the Bill of Lading for each shipment. This role supports the Palletizing room and requires learning the Dock Scheduler back-up process.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, clean shipping area, ensuring product integrity, and adhering to all safety and quality standards in a fast-paced cold environment.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint).
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple tasks.
• One year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load produced pallets into frozen trailers and verify against inventory.
• Complete Bill of Lading packets for every load.
• Serve as primary forklift support for the Palletizing room.
• Maintain a clean, organized shipping area and follow factory standards.
• Learn Dock Scheduler role for back-up coverage.
• Possess forklift certification within first 30 days.
• Ensure pallets meet quality standards and are correctly loaded.
• Record temperatures and inspect trailers for damage or anomalies.

Skills

Forklift driving

MS Office

Self-starter

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain/Distribution/Trans

Requisition Number: 1STSH002170

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Position is responsible for the loading of produced pallets into frozen trailers while verifying physical characteristics match the inventory system. Completion of the Bill of Lading packet is required for every load. At times there will be a need to manually create a PO / D-note to accommodate a secondary process to ship orders. Along with being the primary forklift support for the Palletizing room.

Role and Activity

• Ensure shipping area is clean, always organized and operating under factory standards.
• Complete assigned Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Must perform work safely by leading by example, never walking past an unsafe condition and hold others accountable to working safe to ensure we achieve our goal of ZERO Incidents.
• Is expected to learn Dock Scheduler role for back up plan.
• Must become certified on a forklift in first 30 days.
• Ensure pallets are available for auto palletizing system. Sort pallets to ensure adequately good quality pallets are placed into palletizing system.
• Assist with hand palletizing on occasions when the auto palletizing system is down.
• Check condition of trailers/containers and record temperatures.
• Inspect each pallet of product for damage, missing product, ice/snow, proper wrap and pallet condition.
• Visually check each pallet for item code, pallet number, and case quantity.
• Determine based on product on order the best pattern to load the truck within CA state regulations.
• Complete shipment confirmation and generate bill of lading packet.
• Ensure effective hand over with the next shift, all watch outs and issues reported.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are fully met and a positive safety culture is maintained throughout the department.
• Ensure you walk the talk always using the safety, quality and productivity mindset, attend to the issues as and when they happen
• Promote the Froneri culture of employees being owners rather than just employees

Measurable Outcomes

• Ensure orders are completed according to the schedule to guarantee the product arrives at the right time in the right condition.
• Effective interaction with the team (palletizing, shipping, operation, maintenance, etc.)
• Quality and improvement initiatives being implemented
• Reduction in accidents and incidents on a YOY basis
• Ensuring area is kept clean and well organized.
• Master Sanitation Schedule completion.
• Always be part of solution to address shipping operation issues.

Levels of responsibility

• Reduce production downtime due to shipping issues
• Safety and quality adherence
• Your tools and equipment
• Excellent communication with other team members and management
• Impeccable hygiene standards always

Skills and Experience

• Forklift driving experience/certification is preferred
• Microsoft Office skills required (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point)
• Ability to work autonomously/self-starter
• Ability to consistently achieve desired results, manage multiple tasks, set priorities, act decisively and set personal high standards

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES: Must consistently showcase the desired behaviors that represent our Core Values.

We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what's best for the whole business
• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

Position Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older
• Aptitude for automated mechanical processes with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication, math and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• One-year related experience (preferred).

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

• Cold Temperatures: Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
• Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
• May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
• Fast-Paced: Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
• High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
• Standing for Long Hours: Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
• Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Food Safety Regulations: Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
• Team-Oriented: Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.

The pay scale for this role takes into account 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 Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, 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. The pay for prospective employees in this role is $26.48 per hour.

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic .

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