Dock Attendant

Daybreak Foods, Inc.; Town of Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a crucial role in shipping and receiving operations. This position involves inspecting and weighing incoming shipments, particularly eggs, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining inventory and ensuring proper shell egg rotation while working in a dynamic environment. If you are eager to learn and contribute to a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity offers a chance to grow your skills in a supportive workplace. Join a company that values safety and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact in the food industry!

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak, and write in English is required.
• Willingness to learn computer skills and food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, weigh incoming eggs, and maintain inventory.
• Inspect and sign for incoming products and maintain compliance paperwork.

Skills

Forklift experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered pallet jack

Job description

The starting rate for this position is $17.33. Incremental increases are earned through developing skills and qualifications.

Summary

The purpose of this position is to ship and receive. Inspect shipments and trailers and weigh all incoming eggs. Supply processing department with eggs. Receive and inspect other miscellaneous freight, packages and supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for loading and unloading trucks, weighing incoming eggs, documentation of quality and lot tracking issues related to incoming eggs. Responsible for maintaining inventory and control shell egg rotation.
• Inspect and sign for incoming product, packages and supplies. Reject when necessary.
• Coordinates and stores materials/supplies while maintaining segregation of clean and dirty materials.
• Complete and maintain compliance for all required paperwork. Complete corrective actions when necessary.
• Transport eggs from cooler to staging area for processing.
• Assist as needed during breaks and cleanup.
• Clean cooler with floor scrubber and maintain clean environment at all times.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Daybreak Foods, Inc. will train.
• Ability to read, speak and write in English is required.
• Ability and willingness to learn computer skills.
• Powered pallet jack and/or forklift experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge in food safety and egg quality is desirable.
• Monitor and comply with food safety and GMP policies.
• Knowledge of proper safety procedures.
• Must be able to read and follow written instruction, policies and procedures.
• Positive team oriented attitude.
• Able to train others.

Physical Demands

Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 60 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to climb up to 150ft by ladder.

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Employee may work in outside environment where temperatures vary seasonally. Clothing must be worn based on seasonal weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Certain areas may be loud enough to require ear protection. All personal protective equipment will be provided and required during certain working conditions and in certain areas. The employee is occasionally exposed to high places.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)