Loader Operator

Dairy Farmers of America; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kemps Minneapolis, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), seeks a Loader Operator to run equipment in our cooler, load store orders, and support production.

The role requires teamwork, strong written and verbal English, and the ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment. Experience with palletizing equipment and safety/regulatory compliance is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load all assembled store orders on truck and trailers following load diagrams or instructions.
• Replenish picking inventory as needed.
• Operate machinery such as palletizer, bander, forklift or pallet jack.
• Rotate products to facilitate proper code rotation.
• Record information on required forms as needed.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with state and federal health and safety regulations.
• Follow DFA GMP and safety rules; support company sanitation requirements.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Written English

Verbal English

Attention to detail

Following directions

Math skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Warehouse/production experience preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Kemps in Minneapolis has an opening for a Loader Operator in our cooler. This role will operate equipment according to established procedures, manufacture products, and assist in other department areas as needed.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Load all assembled store orders on truck and trailers following appropriate load diagrams or instructions including but not limited to floor loads, pallet loads, bossies, and home delivery trucks.
• Replenish picking inventory as needed
• Operate machinery such as: palletizer, bander, forklift or pallet jack
• Rotate products to facilitate proper code rotation
• Record information on required forms as needed
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as require

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to use company computer systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Kemps Minneapolis is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. DFA/Kemps manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans