Product Loader

J&J Snack Foods Corp; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp in Paducah, KY is seeking a shipping warehouse associate to pick and load Dippin Dots orders, assemble boxes, and prepare shipments for carriers. You will work with pallet reefers, dry ice, and various shipping containers.

The position requires the ability to lift 50–55 pounds, follow written and oral instructions, and operate a forklift safely. A High School Diploma or GED is required; 1–2 years warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow product order pick tickets to load products quickly and accurately.
• Load dry ice in containers as required.
• Operate forklift safely to load containers and unload shipments.
• Unload raw materials deliveries and maintain organized cold storage.
• Attend weekly safety meetings and follow all safety procedures.

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: This is a shipping warehouse position responsible for the picking and loading of all Dippin Dots order being shipped out of the facility. Will load the breadkdown boxes with product and dry ice and then load the containers onto commercial carriers by forklift.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to interpret and follow product order pick ticket to load product quickly and accurately, either in Pallet Reefers, break down boxes, big boy coolers or international shipping containers. Loads dry ice in containers that require dry ice. Assemble breakdown boxes in a timely manner Safe Operation of forklift to load product shipping containers into commercial carrier containers and to unload empty returned shipping containers from commercial carriers. Unload raw materials deliveries. Maintain product in cold storage areas in an organized and neat manner. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area. Attend weekly safety meetings and follow all safety procedures and ensure all safety measures are followed in the department. Comply with the policies and procedures outlined in the employee manual.

COMPETENCIES: Physically able to perform job duties, with ability to lift 50-55 pounds. Ability to follow both written and oral instructions. Must report to work on time and be able to work long hours. Ability to work as a team in a team environment and promote teamwork in the department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required Education: High School Diploma or GED Required Experience: 1-2 Years of warehouse experience preferred TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None

US Hourly Pay Range

$16 - $16 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.