Shipping and Receiving Associate Lead - Weekend

Perdue; Milford (DE); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 31.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Perdue Farms Inc. is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate Lead for weekend shifts to supervise inbound and outbound shipments in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure accurate loading, staging, and transportation of products while upholding quality, safety, and workflow standards.

The role requires forklift operation, pallet jack certification, and at least one year in shipping/receiving. You will coordinate with multiple departments, maintain safety practices, and support inventory

Qualifikationen

• At least 1 year of continuous work experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations.
• Ability to pass forklift/pallet jack certification courses offered by Perdue.

Aufgaben

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against packing lists and purchase orders.
• Unload and load trucks, ensuring products are handled safely and efficiently.
• Ability to accurately document and track inventory.
• Prepare and package outgoing shipments, ensuring all items are securely packed and labeled correctly.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliation as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve any issues or discrepancies.

Kenntnisse

Shipping/Receiving experience

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack certification

Jobbeschreibung

Shipping and Receiving Associate Lead - Weekend

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Join our team as a Shipping & Receiving Associate Lead, where you’ll help drive safe, accurate, and efficient product movement in a fast-paced environment. In this leadership role, you’ll coordinate and support associates handling inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring products are staged, loaded, received, and transported correctly. You’ll play a key part in maintaining quality, safety, and workflow while working with raw and/or cooked packaged products. If you’re a dependable team player who loves keeping operations moving, this is your opportunity to lead with impact.

General Labor Positions:

This position has a base rate of $19.00 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Schedule: Friday through Sunday, 8:00am-8:00pm, Overnight on Monday.

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against packing lists and purchase orders.
• Unload and load trucks, ensuring products are handled safely and efficiently.
• Ability to accurately document and track inventory.
• Prepare and package outgoing shipments, ensuring all items are securely packed and labeled correctly.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliation as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve any issues or discrepancies.

Minimum Education and Experience

• At least 1 year of continuous work experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations.
• Previous experience in operation of forklifts and other powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to pass forklift/pallet jack certification courses offered by Perdue.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent is beneficial but not required.
• 2+ years’ experience in a distribution warehouse.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

When in a plant environment:

• Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• Ability to stand for an extended period and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs by reaching, bending, and pushing boxes.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
• May work in an environment with varying temperatures between 25 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May handle products varying in temperatures between 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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