Lead, Warehouse

Performance Food Group (New); Pana (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Illinois to oversee and guide the warehouse crew, maintain clean and safe work areas, and support shipping/receiving to ensure efficient product flow through production.

Responsibilities include following safety policies, handling daily paperwork, using PPE, operating forklifts, meeting productivity standards, and assisting with various warehouse duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work the scheduled times and overtime as required.
• Able to lift 10–35 pounds and up to 80 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Obtain daily production paperwork and prepare for operations.
• Wear required PPE and perform safety checks on equipment.
• Perform forklift checks and maintenance per policy.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards per location.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, put-away and replenishment.
• Provide oversight and input on work in assigned area.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean loading dock and trailers.
• Provide backup support to warehouse management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office

Voxware

AS400

Forklift

OSHA forklift certificate

Job description

Company Description:

Start-to-finish manufacturing, packing, and distribution of best-in-class, grab-and-go items to drive growth to a customer's bottom line - this is the dynamic and delicious world of PFG Manufacturing. With the latest array of in-house manufactured food, snack, and beverage offerings, customers can choose products from a family of name brands or create their own custom-made, private label products to stand out in the market.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary:

Oversees and provides guidance to the warehouse crew under direction of warehouse manager/supervisor, maintain warehouse work areas, assists with shipping and receiving functions in a timely manner, observing all safety regulations and ensuring all quality standards are met while maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duties assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Obtain work schedule and daily production paperwork and prepare for operations.
• Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Perform daily safety check of the assigned forklift / pallet jack in accordance with company policy.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Assist warehouse crew with duties in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Perform damage control checks on items received and contact supervisor about removing items according to company policy.
• Perform selection, shipping, receiving, forklift put-away/replenishment, returns, auditing and/or other warehouse duties per business need.
• Provide oversight, direction and input on work performed by associates in assigned area.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and keep warehouse area, loading dock and trailers clear and clean as required. Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Provide backup support to warehouse management
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 1-2 years of warehouse and/or distribution environment
• Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position
• Able to work in a multi-temperature environment (dry, cooler, freezer)
• Must be able to stand, walk, reach and lift repeatedly throughout shift
• Able to lift and stack product between 10-35 pounds and up to 80 pounds occasionally throughout shift
• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Basic computer skills to include MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• 2-4 years of warehouse and/or distribution environment using forklift and/or pallet jack
• Team Lead experience
• Administrative support work experience
• Warehouse systems experience i.e. Voxware, scanning, AS400, formula based pay plans
• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience
• OSHA Forklift operator certificate

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.