Platform Operator- Loading Dock (2nd Shift)

Northeast Foods; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Foods is seeking dedicated individuals for loading and staging products in Clayton, North Carolina. The role involves moving products from packaging lines to trailers and ensuring safety and cleanliness in the work area. Ideal candidates will have basic math skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Employee safety is a priority, with guidelines to maintain a safe working environment. No prior experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their careers in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to count and perform basic math.
• Must be capable of lifting or maneuvering up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Load product to trailers according to load sheets.
• Move product from packaging lines to trailers.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas.

Skills

Basic math skills

Ability to count

Team player

Detail oriented

Job description

Job Summary

Loads product to the trailer according to load sheets.

Primary Job Duties

• Move product (stacks or racks) from packaging lines to appropriate trailer or staging area.
• Keep product staging areas and lanes organized.
• Load product from staging area to trailers.
• Remove out-of-code product from the floor (requires constant checking of date and price codes).
• Keep floor areas clean and organized.
• Serve as a break person for other shipping employees on various lines and/or platform.
• Work on the platform, which includes unloading in-bound (purchased) product.
• Complete paperwork (load sheets, block sheets) with accuracy and neatness.
• Perform trailer checks, which includes sweeping and checking for damage. Documents information and submits to department manager.
• Informs supervisors in advance of the floor inventory of empty trays and other equipment.
• Communicates with packaging employees to make sure product counts are correct on each truck (i.e. reconciling trailer paperwork to packaging wrap sheets).

Safety

• Maintains safe working environment for all employees/contractors/visitors by following safety guidelines and reporting all incidents to management.
• Promotes employee safety in all areas of operations.
• Safety vest must be worn anytime working outside of the facility.

Sanitation

• Maintains cleanliness of the work area.
• Follows proper G M P's at all times.

Other Duties

• Other related duties as assigned by Production Superintendent or Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions / Requirements

Experience

No experience required.

Education

NA

• Must be able to count and perform basic math.
• Must be able to read and comprehend department materials and specifically load sheets.
• Must be capable of lifting or maneuvering up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to reach approximately 7 feet high to move product.
• Must be physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant.
• Must be able to view product and determine adherence to quality control standards including size, shape, color, cut, etc.
• Must be able to perform all duties so as not to produce damage.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc.

Behaviors

• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

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