Distribution Operator (MDC)

Schreiber Foods, Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 67,571,280 - 79,570,176; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus

Job summary

Schreiber Foods, Inc. in Carthage, Missouri, is seeking a Distribution Operator (MDC) for a night shift (6:00pm–6:00am, rotating every other weekend).

Starting pay is $23.58 per hour, with a top out at $27.77 per hour and a night differential of $1.00 per hour. You will receive and warehouse finished goods and bulk cheese, assemble outbound orders, operate RF terminals, and maintain inventory accuracy in Invio while complying with safety SOPs and QA requirements.

Qualifications

• 6+ months forklift experience in a warehouse setting.
• Completion of Forklift Operator course and license.
• Experience with RF terminals and Invio system.
• Basic math competency and strong English reading/comprehension skills.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and in a 35‑38°F environment.
• Background check, physical and drug screening required.
• Power equipment operator certification (ongoing) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and warehouse incoming finished goods, bulk cheese, and other products.
• Assemble outbound orders and build shipment loads, ensuring customer-specific and DOT requirements.
• Use computer terminals (e.g., RF units mounted on forklifts) for data entry, cycle counts, and inventory adjustments in Invio.
• Perform safe handling and forklift operations, maintaining a valid forklift operator license.
• Execute all required safety activities: LOTO, JHA, Food Safety, Food Quality SOPs, BPA compliance.
• Document and reconcile vendor and customer BOL data with Invio, research discrepancies, and follow SOPs.
• Maintain product rotation and quality in Bulk Cheese, Finished Goods, and Dry Storage warehouses.
• Assist in bulk support when needed and cover other distribution functions.
• Operate distribution center equipment (stretch wrapper, pallet inverter, dock plate, dock lock, etc.) in a 35‑38°F environment.
• Communicate effectively with Traffic Clerk, Inventory Control, QA Technician, System Specialist, and leaders.

Skills

Forklift experience

Basic math

English reading

Education

Forklift Operator course

Forklift operator license

Tools

RF terminals

Invio system

Job description

Job Title

Distribution Operator (MDC) – Carthage, Missouri

Shift: Night (6:00pm–6:00am; rotating, every other weekend)

Pay: Starting $23.58/hr; 24‑month top out $27.77/hr; night differential $1.00/hr.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and warehouse incoming finished goods, bulk cheese, and other products.
• Assemble outbound orders and build shipment loads, ensuring customer‑specific and DOT requirements.
• Use computer terminals (e.g., RF units mounted on forklifts) for data entry, cycle counts, and inventory adjustments in Invio.
• Perform safe handling and forklift operations, maintaining a valid forklift operator license.
• Execute all required safety activities: LOTO, JHA, Food Safety, Food Quality SOPs, BPA compliance.
• Document and reconcile vendor and customer BOL data with Invio, research discrepancies, and follow SOPs.
• Maintain product rotation and quality in Bulk Cheese, Finished Goods, and Dry Storage warehouses.
• Assist in bulk support when needed and cover other distribution functions.
• Operate distribution center equipment (stretch wrapper, pallet inverter, dock plate, dock lock, etc.) in a 35‑38°F environment.
• Communicate effectively with Traffic Clerk, Inventory Control, QA Technician, System Specialist, and leaders.

Qualifications

• 6+ months forklift experience in a warehouse setting.
• Completion of Forklift Operator course and license.
• Experience with RF terminals and Invio system.
• Basic math competency and strong English reading/comprehension skills.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and in a 35‑38°F environment.
• Background check, physical and drug screening required.
• Power equipment operator certification (ongoing) preferred.

Physical Demands

• Work 12‑hour night shift; rest periods primarily on forklift.
• Pick, lift, and move boxes up to 85lbs, performing frequent twisting, balancing, bending, kneeling, and lifting.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform continuous forklift driving.

Benefits

• Two retirement plans: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match.
• Annual bonus and incentive pay.
• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug, and mental-health coverage.
• Health Savings Account reimbursement up to $600 per year.
• Paid time off and childcare assistance up to $5,000 annually.
• Wellness incentive and Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant education.

EEO Statement

Schreiber is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Schreiber requires work authorization in the U.S. and may consider sponsored applicants at its discretion.