Dock Shipper - (CW - Nights)

Hoodhp; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 80,002,742 - 87,022,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

HP Hood is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support loading, receiving, and inventory control within a cold warehouse environment in Winchester, VA. You will operate forklifts and dock equipment, verify quantities, and ensure product integrity for outbound shipments.

The role requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to multi-task in a manufacturing setting. Training for forklift certification is provided and a strong safety mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Safety SOPs and procedures.
• Perform Loading, VNA and Receiving functions per SOPs.
• Operate forklift and dock equipment safely.
• Fulfill orders per SOPs and customer/facility guidelines.
• Verify load quantities and secure products for transit.
• Use WMS, YMS, Infowith, and TMS for inventory tasks.
• Communicate clearly via radio and in systems.
• Keep areas clean and organized.
• Other duties as assigned by shift supervisor.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Hand/foot-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Good verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Good record keeping

Basic math and reading skills

Excellent computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Essential Functions:

• Follow all Safety SOPs and procedures
• Perform Loading, VNA and Receiving functions per SOPs
• Provide break to Planner when needed
• Operates a stretch wrapper, forklift, dock equipment and battery changer in a safe manner
• Fulfill orders per SOPs and customer/facility guidelines
• Read/understand information on the load tag to verify quantity for skid is correct
• Secure cases per SOPs on quality pallets to ensure product integrity is maintained during transit
• Receive, label and perform basic tasks within Warehouse Management System (WMS) for product identification and adjustments
• Utilize inventory management system efficiently and accurately (WMS, Yard Management System (YMS), Infolink, and Transportation Management System (TMS))
• Keep dock boards updated with critical information per SOP for efficient load out
• Monitor products on loaded trailers to ensure meets customer expectations and certification requirements for HP Hood and customers
• Verify skid counts on loads match orders
• Ensure product is loaded and unloaded in a safe efficient manner, compliant with SOP guidelines.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with others via radio, directly and within systems
• Inspect equipment and provides work orders for any items in need of repair to Leadership
• Validate, create and provide changes for SOP documents for position
• Conduct Shift Change Brief with prior shift
• Keep assigned areas and work floor clean and organized
• Other duties as assigned by shift supervisor
• Various tasks involving the responsibility of the food safety and quality of company products

Education and Experience:

• Excellent driving skills, hand/foot-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Good record keeping / clerical skills
• Good basic math and reading skills
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience or training as a forklift operator is desirable
• Prior experience in the manufacturing industry is desirable
• Excellent computer skills

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting: Heavy (over 70 lbs.) infrequently
• Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 6 hours)
• Sitting: Long periods (a minimum of 6 hours)
• Walking: Constantly
• Ability to climb: Infrequently
• Bending: Frequently
• Ability to work with arms outstretched to the front
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs. without assistance infrequently

Special Requirements:

• Ability to become forklift certified
• Ability to work in Cold Warehouse environment
• Ability to multi-task

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is $27.92 - $30.37 USD.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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