Logistics Technician - Jam Team (Night shift) - Scottsville, KY

J. M. Smucker LLC; Scottsville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The J. M. Smucker Co. is seeking a Logistics Receiving/Shipping Operator in Scottsville, KY to ensure the smooth production flow by unloading raw materials, supplying lines, and preparing finished goods for distribution.

Focused on dock operations, you will handle loading, receiving, and shipping documentation, follow FIFO, maintain a safe, clean workspace, and support the Logistics team in achieving zero injuries and 100% paperwork accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience with receiving, shipping, and loading operations.
• Familiarity with dock equipment and PPE.
• Attention to shipping documentation accuracy and compliance.
• Commitment to safe, clean work environments.

Responsibilities

• Unload raw materials to the production area.
• Supply materials to production lines as needed.
• Remove finished goods from lines and prepare for distribution.
• Load trucks and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Identify and locate packaging and raw materials; follow FIFO for all materials.

Skills

Dock equipment operation

FIFO procedures

Shipping documentation

Material handling

Pallet & rack safety

Team collaboration

Forklift/industrial equipment

Tools

Logistics software

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary functions of this role are to ensure the successful production of our facility by unloading raw materials, supplying materials to the production lines, removing finished goods, and loading trucks for distribution.

SHIPPING & RECEIVING

Trained to use all dock equipment (truck restraints, chocks, trailer stands, dock levelers, doors, etc.) Moves product successfully from lines to freezer in timely manner. Understands and uses proper shipping documentation / loading procedures. Loads trucks in a timely manner to avoid late charges from carriers. Inspects incoming materials and trailers for defects. Able to receive all materials to include bakery ingredients.

• Able to identify & locate all packaging and raw materials.
• Has knowledge of all RM codes / finished good codes.
• Understands and utilizes FIFO procedures for all raw materials & packaging.
• Keeps sandwich lines, mezzanine and bakery supplied (staged) with quality materials.

GENERAL

Able to perform all functions of job overviews for Logistics Receiving Operator, Logistics Shipping Operator Understands and uses proper Personal Protection Equipment for Logistics department. Able to utilize shipping and receiving software to perform job duties. Able to use racking systems & mobile equipment safely and efficiently. Able to maintain a safe and clean work environment.

LOGISTICS TEAM

Maintains equipment and zone ownerships as assigned. Develops, communicates, and follows Logistics SOP's, OPL's & Safe Practices. Participate in Logistics team meetings. Assist Logistics Leader & Inventory Control Leader with any other tasks deemed necessary.

Support the following goals of the logistics department:

• Zero Injuries
• 100% Paperwork Accuracy
• 100% TEI
• 100% Paperwork Completion

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn®.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. We're a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love-while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success.

Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company. Learn more about our hiring process

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the Company) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.