Order Picker

BG Foods; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BG Foods is hiring for a 3rd shift Order Picker in a manufacturing environment in Iowa. The role involves selecting products, assembling orders for shipment, updating inventory, and operating material handling equipment. Overtime is required on weekends as needed and a forklift and Order Picker certification are required.

Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work safely around moving machinery, and follow OSHA procedures. This position offers competitive pay with a shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift and Order Picker certification required.
• Onsite training specific to job responsibilities.
• Pass an Order Picker Qualification Checklist.

Responsibilities

• Accurately select products and prepare orders for shipment.
• Continuously update inventory as items are picked.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.
• Pack, wrap, label, and document orders for shipment.
• Train current and new Order Pickers as directed.
• Perform case counts and assist inventory functions.

Skills

Material handling

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Order Picker certification

Job description

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Position is available on 3rd Shift, 3:30pm - 12:00am Monday - Friday. Overtime as required on Saturday and/or Sunday. Daily shift overtime required as needed. Hourly Rate: $22.93/hour plus $0.55/hour shift differential.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• To accurately select products, efficiently assemble, prepare for shipment, and verify the accuracy of orders that are shipped to customers and pool distribution points.
• Continuously update inventory as the product is picked.
• Pick a finished product from storage racks for customer orders accurately, efficiently, and with due concern for product quality and condition.
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by reading and following Company and OSHA safety regulations.
• Perform various functions within the pick module.
• Send orders down the conveyor to be wrapped.
• Watch for and remove jams on the conveyor.
• Prepare orders for shipment by palletizing and wrapping or boxing products, prints, and attaching labels on completed orders.
• Place packing slip prebills, and other required documentation on order when needed.
• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently to minimize risk to personnel and damage to inventory and equipment.
• Charge and change batteries.
• Perform correct, accurate, and timely inventory and or product transactions to reflect material movement and inventory status using a computer and or RF device.
• Keep the work area clean and remove waste and products from the floor and locations.
• Removes shrink-wrap and cardboard from pallets in pick locations before picking.
• Place materials in proper locations.
• Assist with the training of current and new Order Pickers, as directed.
• Build and assemble pre-packs and pallet displays according to instructions.
• Perform case counts on completed customer orders, as directed.
• Assist supervisor with inventory functions, when directed.
• Report inventory discrepancies to the supervisor or auditor immediately.
• Place damaged and partial cases of product in a designated location to be recouped.
• Complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Skill in operating material-moving equipment safely and conscientiously.
• Performs basic math operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to work at a rapid pace for continuous periods.
• Ability to organize and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to deal effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.
• Communicates effectively with plant personnel courteously and cooperatively.
• Must possess basic computer keyboarding skills.
• Demonstrates efficient order picking skills regularly.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing work tasks efficiently and safely.
• Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Responds appropriately to supervision.
• Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of the department and company.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Actively participates in resolving order picking issues or problems.
• Employees are expected to work at other work centers where job qualifications allow.
• Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality standards of workmanship.

Education and Training:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Onsite training specific to job responsibilities.
• Must obtain forklift and Order Picker certification.
• Pass an Order Picker Qualification Checklist (deadline to be established by the company.)

Protective Clothing and Devices:

Many of the job duties of this position require you to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), if so, when and how to use this equipment will be explained to you at the time of hire. To determine the ability to perform job functions where the use of a respirator is required, employees will be given a physical examination before performing this type of work. SQF Responsible for reporting any food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action. Responsible for following cGMP’s Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and good housekeeping Follow all appropriate cleaning procedures Ensure pallets are clean and in good repair

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This position is in a manufacturing plant environment, works around moving mechanical parts, works around motorized vehicles, and may be exposed to varying temperatures. Must be able to lift to 50lbs May be required to work at heights up to 30ft off the ground Physical Requirements: Hearing, speaking: Continuously. Must communicate with others and discriminate sounds with machines Vision: Continuously Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently depending on the work environment. Standing: Frequently to Continuously Walking: Frequently to Continuously Forward bend in standing: Occasionally to Frequently Rotation in standing: Occasionally to Frequently Elevated work: Rarely up to 1-2 mins Floor to waist lift: Occasionally to Frequently up to 35 lbs, Rarely up to 50 lbs Waist to crown lift: Rarely to Occasionally up to 35 lbs Horizontal lift: Occasionally to Frequently up to 50 lbs Front carry: Occasionally 50 lbs up to 15 feet One hand carry: Occasionally 30 lbs up to 15 feet Push: Occasionally up to 80 lbs Pull: Occasionally up to 80 lbs Left hand grip: Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs Right hand grip: Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs Pinch Grip: Occasionally to Frequently Right and Left hand coordination: continuous with average eye/hand coordination Stair Climbing: Occasionally to frequently: Up to 200 stairs/day Climbing: Occasionally Squatting: Occasionally to Frequently Kneeling: Rarely Stooping: Occasionally to Frequently Reaching: Frequently Crawling: Rarely Crouching: Occasionally to Frequently Repetitive Motions: Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Frequently to Continuously: Including twisting wrist, ulnar deviation, box cutting. Moderate Work: Force from 20-30 lbs occasionally to frequently and up to 40-50 lbs rarely to occasionally. Maximum Physical Demands: Task: Maximum Demand: Floor to waist Lift Occasionally to Frequently up to 35 lbs, rarely up to 50 lbs Waist to Crown Lift Rarely to Occasionally up to 35 lbs Front carry Occasionally 50 lbs up to 15 feet One hand carry Occasionally 30 lbs up to 15 feet Right hand grip Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs Left hand grip Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs Pushing and Pulling Occasionally up to 80 lbs Stair Climbing Occasionally to frequently: Up to 200 stairs/day Standing tolerance Frequently to Continuously Walking Frequently to Continuously Right & left hand coordination Continuously with average eye/hand coordination Kneeling Rarely Squatting Occasionally to Frequently Pinch Grip Occasionally to Frequently Forward bend in standing Occasionally to Frequently Rotation in Standing Occasionally to Frequently Repetitive Motions Frequently to Continuously with wrists, hands, fingers: Including twisting wrist, ulnar deviation, box cutting. Reaching Frequently Crawling Rarely Crouching Occasionally to Frequently Horizontal Lift Occasionally to Frequently up to 50 lbs Elevated Work Rarely up to 1-2 mins Functional Job Analysis Rarely 1-5% of the day Occasionally 6-33% of the day Frequently 34-66% of the day Continuously 67-100% of the day

Equal Employment Opportunity:

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf. With our headquarters based in Parsippany, New Jersey, B&G Foods and our subsidiaries manufacture, sell and distribute high-quality, branded shelf-stable and frozen foods across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. With B&G Foods’ diverse portfolio of more than 50 brands you know and love, including B&G, B&M, Cream of Wheat, Clabber Girl, Crisco, Dash, Green Giant, Las Palmas, Le Sueur, Mama Mary’s, Maple Grove Farms, New York Style, Ortega, Polaner, Spice Islands and Victoria, there’s a little something for everyone. For more information about B&G Foods and our brands, please visit www.bgfoods.com.