Shipping Associate-1st Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 59,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available Day One

On the job training

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Texas is seeking a Shipping/Logistics Associate responsible for manually transporting product, pallets, and cages, while completing required paperwork and assisting with inventory. You will work with NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and comply with company policies.

The role supports shipping operations, requires ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and offers day-one benefits and on-the-job training. Monday–Friday shift 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with paid hourly rate of $19.05.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in shipping is a plus.
• Ability to work unsupervised and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Transport product using hand carts, pallet jacks and similar equipment following safety protocols.
• Ensure product is labeled, stacked and wrapped correctly for shipping.
• Scan and track pallets from production to cooler and verify paperwork.
• Assist with inventory counts and maintain compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Ability to work unsupervised

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for manually transporting product, pallets, cages, etc. as needed for shipping, processing required paperwork and assisting with inventory. Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations

SHIFT DETAILS:

• Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Pay Rate-$19.05
• Benefits available Day One
• On the job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for manually transporting product, pallets, cages, etc. as needed for shipping, processing required paperwork and assisting with inventory. Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Under general supervision, transport product using hand carts, pallet jacks, etc; following all safety protocols
• Ensure all product is labeled, stacked and wrapped correctly for shipping
• Scan and track pallets from production to cooler
• Correctly verify and process required paperwork
• Assist with verifying accurate inventory counts as needed
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Previous experience in shipping a plus
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in hot, wet and/or cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2 and moving production lines/equipment
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment
• May roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)
• Will work around live animals, odors

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.