Material Transfer Operator

J&J Snack Foods; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods is seeking a warehouse MTO position in Paducah, KY. You will handle receiving, storage, inspection, and preparation of materials used in production, with emphasis on FIFO and accurate documentation.

The role requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and maintain organized records. Overtime may be required to support production needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of warehouse/forklift experience preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand on feet all day.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, inspect, and prep materials for production.
• Rotate stock FIFO and manage lot numbers.
• Prepare boxes for the next day’s production and transfer from pallets.
• Load reefers with ice cream and record usage on sheets.
• Maintain daily paperwork and assist production flow.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Physical stamina

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

POSITION SUMMARY:

MTO is a warehouse position dealing with the receiving, storage, inspection, and preparation of all materials used in production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Rotate the stock of those materials, so to accomplish the First In-First Out (FIFO) use of those products.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prepare all boxes and cookies for the following day’s production by transferring from the wooden pallets to blue pallets.
• The MTO sorts all product inclusions, groups them by lot number, and records amount and lot numbers on the Inclusion Loader Sheet prior to use in production and supplies the production process throughout each production run.
• Loads reefers with ice cream for the pre-pack and cup lines and records the amount of ice cream used in production, by lot number and amount on the Reefer Loading Sheet.
• Turns in all documentation to Supervisor and Manager for verification.
• Perform any/all duties required/requested by management, to assist the continuous flow of the production process.
• Perform daily chore list provided by the Supervisor, to maintain cleanliness of warehouse and freezer.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs and is expected when requested.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to be on your feet all day.
• Must be organized.
• Must be able to accurately complete daily paperwork.
• Must be able to take written and verbal direction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience:

1-2 years of warehouse/forklift experience preferred.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

None

Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist:

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• N
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• N
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• O
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• O
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
• C
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• C
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• O
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• C
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• C

Environmental Conditions:

• Low temperatures.
• C
• High temperatures.
• O
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• O
• Noisy environments.
• O
• Hazardous conditions.
• O
• Poor ventilation.
• N
• Small and/or enclosed spaces.
• N
• Adverse environmental conditions expected.
• N

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• C
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

US Hourly Pay Range:

$17—$17 USD

Disclaimer:This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.