SHIPPING AND RECEIVING WORKER (4 AM to 2 PM, MON-THR)

Lifeway Foods, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeway Foods, Inc in Wisconsin is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Worker to operate a forklift, load and unload trailers, pick and stage orders, and ensure accurate shipping documentation. The role emphasizes safety, SQF compliance, and working in a cold environment.

You will communicate with drivers, maintain orderly work areas, count and verify product, and help with trailer inspections while following SOPs and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Basic math and ability to read and write reports.
• Comfortable working in very cold environment and following SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to relocate, stack, wrap, and count merchandise.
• Load and unload trailers; ensure accurate shipments.
• Prepare shipping documents and verify lot codes.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform trailer inspections and report discrepancies.
• Communicate with drivers and team members to coordinate shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load and unload

Shipping documentation

Safety compliance

Communication with drivers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturing software

Inventory software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable Kefir, the company also produces cheese, drinkable yogurt, and a ProBugs line of Kefir for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.

The Shipping and Receiving Worker is responsible for operating the forklift to relocate, stack, wrap, and count merchandise. This position is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, and Lifeway product.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to safely and frequently operate yard/terminal tractor
• Responsible for loading and offloading trailers
• Accurately ship all products to our sister company and directly to customers
• Ensure all sales orders meet deadlines and are shipped on time
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate, free of damage, and follow Safe Quality Foods (SQF) procedures with company policies and procedures for such materials
• Responsible for utilizing the FIFO system (first in first out on finished goods, packaging and raw materials)
• Take product temperature checks
• Ability to work in cold environment, appropriate uniform attire provided by Lifeway
• Ensure shipping/receiving document is accurate
• Perform trailer inspections for each inbound and outbound load
• Perform safety checks- chock trailer tires and install trailer jacks
• Communicate with drivers and ensure each document is signed and dated appropriately
• Wrap all products, place in racking,and turn in locations to the data entry clerk
• Pull and prepare product for shipping, ensuring exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped
• Move product to storage locations, efficiently stack, and store product in appropriate areas
• Wrap order on pallet for shipment
• Stage truckloads of pallets being shipped to customers and label accordingly
• Label every pallet with a pallet tag- verifying product lot code and quantity
• Fill out paperwork for every inbound and outbound load.
• Count and place pallet tags on every inbound load
• Seal every outbound load- documenting the seal number
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work area
• Report to workstation on time; Wear proper work attire; Assist in setting up work area
• Perform duties according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Sanitization Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) that meet quality and safety standards pertaining to: Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Wisconsin Department of Agriculture (WDA), and customer requirements
• Conduct behavior in compliance with Lifeway Employee Policy
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification and Education Requirements

• High school diploma required; Or three to six months related experience; Or equivalent
• Demonstrate intellectual and interpersonal skills through leadership, organization, and self-efficacy
• Good communications skills, must communicate with truck drivers, as well as peers
• Ability to read and write comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and effectively present them to groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Basic mathematical skills and understanding of algebra and geometry
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Software, Inventory Software, and Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook
• Comfortable working in very cold environment
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.; Ability to be on your feet for entirety of 8-hour shift; Ability to climb ladders and maneuver through equipment; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

Lifeway Foods, Inc is a growing Chicago-based beverage manufacturer with 40 years of experience. We are anindustry leader in the production of high-quality Kefir. We are anequal-opportunityemployer and offer a competitive benefits package. Visit us atwww.lifewaykefir.com.