Case Unloader

Medosweet Farms Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Medosweet Farms Inc. is seeking a warehouse loader to efficiently load and unload products from route trucks, while ensuring accuracy and safety. Responsibilities include palletizing, receiving inbound shipments, and maintaining a clean, organized facility under SOPs and safety standards.

The role requires forklift operation, adherence to temperature controls in a refrigerated environment, and willingness to work weekends and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required.
• Basic communication skills required.
• Able to follow SOPs and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload products from route trucks accurately and efficiently.
• Sort and palletize crates and pallets by supplier and size.
• Receive inbound shipments following receiving standards and document paperwork.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean, orderly warehouse and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Basic reading

Arithmetic

Basic communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Material handling certification

Job description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the, loading, & unloading, of products to/from route trucks efficiently and accurately. . Maintain a clean and orderly facility. Understand, follow, and comply with all company safety and operating procedures and policies.

Summary of essential job functions:

• Truck off load
  • Route Truck Unloading
  • Sort and palletize crates.
  • Sort Pallets according to supplier and size
  • Unload product from trucks and move products to correct warehouse storage (rotating product as required).
• Receiving
  • Unload any Inbound shipments (Suppliers/Medosweet DC Transfers) following company Receiving standards
  • Warehouse personnel are responsible for complying with Medosweet’s standards for receiving as documented in the company’s receiving procedure.
  • Key elements include; Truck/Load security, sanitation, & temperature standards, ensuring product is accounted for, ensuring any exceptions documented, and accurately handling the paperwork on a timely basis.
• Warehouse Duties
  • Maintain a clean an orderly warehouse throwing waste in the dumpsters.
  • Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) & Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
  • Operate forklift, electric pallet jacks, and trucks safely and efficiently.
  • Communicate with co-workers and supervisors any issues, Product/SKU # changes, etc.
  • Clean and maintain the warehouse to ensure a neat, orderly, sanitary, safe, inventory and facility
  • Turn off and charge equipment when not in use.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Company Procedure and Policy Compliance
  • Understand, follow, and comply with all company safety and operating procedures and policies.

Mandatory Position Requirements:

1. Loaders must test negative for drugs at their mandatory drug screening
2. Loaders are subject to company standards for Background checks - No felonies are permitted
3. Loaders must be 18 years of age or older and have a stable employment record.
4. Loaders must be available to work weekends and holidays.
5. Loaders are required to work mandatory overtime as required at the Supervisor’s discretion
6. Loaders must be able to load 60 pounds.
7. Forklift certification and applicable state certification for material handling trucks and tractor operation.
8. Manual dexterity required for operating equipment.
9. Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time. (8+ hours)
10. High School degree preferred
11. Basic computer skills preferred
12. Basic communication skills required

Position Minimum Requirements:

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required (English) - This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
• All employees are required to attend required training seminars, programs, and classes to continually improve on their skills (on-going education) and knowledge.
• All employees are required to attend quarterly safety meetings.

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are in a refrigerated warehouse and freezer. (34 degrees average)
• Work involves repetitive lifting of materials and product up to 60 pounds. The Warehouse environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; work boots, and hardhats. Earrings, body piercings and jewelry are not permitted.