Cold-Storage Warehouse Operator — Forklift Certified

Dairy Farmers of America; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform general warehouse and inventory tasks in a refrigerated environment. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, picking orders, stocking, and maintaining accuracy in inventory records.

The role requires forklift certification and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with flexibility for overtime and weekends. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and pass pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks.
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds and move cases up to 6-8 high.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload stacks and move items as assigned; sort and place materials on racks or bins.
• Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated area.
• Maintain organization and rotation of stock in coolers and warehouse.
• Fill requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials and distribute to production workers.
• Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and loading onto trucks/trailers.
• Check information for accurate shipment and ensure product cleanliness and condition before loading.
• Use computer to scan or enter/maintain inventories and records.
• Complete daily pick sheets and cycle counts; assist with monthly/ year-end inventory counts.
• Monitor materials and report irregularities to supervisor.
• Follow GMPs and sanitation requirements; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fast-paced environment

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform general warehouse and inventory tasks in a refrigerated environment. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, picking orders, stocking, and maintaining accuracy in inventory records.

The role requires forklift certification and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with flexibility for overtime and weekends. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and pass pre-employment screenings.