Palletizer Operator - Nights

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; York, Northern (York County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. in York, PA is hiring a Palletizer Operator for the C shift (nights).

The role supports the Warehouse Coordinator in directing workflow in a high-volume distribution facility; you will operate palletizers, stretch wrappers, and related equipment, while maintaining safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and about 2 years of distribution operations experience, including forklift operations and WMS.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in distribution operations, including equipment, materials, workflow, WMS and forklift operations in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred standup forklift experience and ability to troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety culture and adhere to all plant safety policies.
• Direct product workflow and manage changeovers for palletizers and stretch wrappers.
• Maintain pallets and supplies for palletizers and the labeling system.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and operations to end work orders.

Skills

Forklift operations

WMS experience

Distribution operations

Safety & PPE adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Stand-up forklift experience preferred

Tools

Palletizers

Stretch wrappers

Pallet labeling system

Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference. We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries. United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Palletizer Operator – C Shift (Nights) Monday – Friday 9:30 pm – 6:00 am The hourly wage for this position is $28.34, plus $1.00/hour shift dif. Come join our York, PA facility where we manufacture and distribute products such as A&H Cat Litter, and A&H Laundry Detergent!

ROLE SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for assisting the Warehouse Coordinator as a working capacity to direct the work flow and scheduling functions in a high volume, fast-paced distribution facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible at all times for promoting a safety culture and awareness within their area.
• Support and adhere to all plant safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Directs product workflow from stretch wrappers to storage locations.
• Maintains adequate supply of empty pallets for palletizer utilization.
• Coordinates changeovers of palletizers and stretch wrappers.
• Coordinates end of work orders with Manufacturing Technical Line Operators and other operations personnel.
• Ensures line clearance during changeover to new work order.
• Mechanical operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and PM’s on all palletizers, stretch wrappers, pallet labeling system (PLS) and associated equipment.
• Supplies raw materials as needed to equipment in palletizer area, such as stretch wrap, labels, ribbon, etc.
• Inspects pallets against quality standards and documents results.
• Assists with training and certification program as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience in distribution operations, including equipment, materials, workflow, WMS and forklift operations in a fast-paced distribution environment.

PREFERED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Preferred experience working on a standup forklift.
• Mechanical and technical ability, ability to troubleshoot, perform PM’s, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong communications skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in multiple media – verbal, written, etc.
• Must have ability to communicate clearly in English – verbal and written.
• Strong organizational/time management skills.

REQUIRED TRAINING

Candidates are required to complete all necessary trainings within the defined introductory period.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The operations is not in a climate controlled environment. Candidates will be exposed to the seasonal temperature variations. All candidates will be required to abide to all PPE standards and department dress code.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

COMPANY INFORMATION

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/. Church & Dwight is a world-leader in household and personal care products. Our global brands include ARM & HAMMER® Batiste, OxiClean, Trojan, XTRA, Nair, First Response, Spinbrush, Orajel, vitafusion, Li’l Critters, Water Pik and FLAWLESS®.Founded in 1846, we have operations globally and are listed in the S&P 500.