Lead Associate-Shipping 3rd Shift

Wayne Farms; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Dothan is seeking an on-site shipping associate to transport product and manage required paperwork for shipments. You will handle pallets, labeling, stacking, and tracking from production to the cooler, while ensuring compliance with safety rules and company policies.

The role requires 1 year in shipping, the ability to lead and train others, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Candidates should demonstrate reliability and strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• 1 year shipping experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Able to work unsupervised and self-motivated.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Transport product using hand carts, pallet jacks, etc., following safety protocols.
• Ensure product is labeled, stacked and wrapped for shipping.
• Scan and track pallets from production to cooler.
• Verify and process required paperwork (BOL, receivers to purchasing, truck log, production sheets).
• Verify Cooler inventory and record accurately.
• Lead others and be a go-to resource in supervisor's absence.
• Train lower-level associates as needed.
• Comply with company policies and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Shipping experience

Leadership

Self-motivation

Shift flexibility

Work ethic

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Primary Function

Primarily responsible for manually transporting product, pallets, cages, etc. as needed for shipping, processing required paperwork and conducting Cooler inventory. Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Primary Function

Primarily responsible for manually transporting product, pallets, cages, etc. as needed for shipping, processing required paperwork and conducting Cooler inventory. Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Under minimal supervision, transport product using hand carts, pallet jacks, etc; following all safety protocols
• Ensure all product is labeled, stacked and wrapped correctly for shipping
• Scan and track pallets from production to cooler
• Correctly verify and process required paperwork, (i.e. Bill of Lading, receivers to purchasing, truck log and sheet, and Production sheets for next shift)
• Verify Cooler inventory/count, record correctly
• Direct the work of others and is a "go-to" for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their direction
• Train lower level associates as needed
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Education And Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

Experience And Skills

• 1 year experience in shipping
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in hot, wet and/or cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2 and moving production lines/equipment
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment
• May roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)
• Will work around live animals, odors

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.