SHIPPING ASSOCIATE (Day Shift)

Butterball, LLC; Mount Olive (NC); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Butterball, LLC is seeking a Shipping Associate (Day Shift) in Mount Olive, NC to ensure raw materials are received, documented, and delivered to support uninterrupted production. The role partners with Production, Quality, and Distribution to verify inbound materials and prepare for internal movement or outbound shipments.

The position requires operating forklifts and scanners, maintaining safety standards and inventory accuracy, and collaborating across teams to meet daily production targets.

Qualifikationen

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Forklift license or ability to obtain (jack license) for equipment.
• Experience in food manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.

Aufgaben

• Retrieve product from storage areas based on orders using a scanner and forklift/high lift equipment.
• Create master pallet labels using the scanner.
• Transport product to/from shipping/production/raw receiving using reach lift.
• Account for all product on order.
• Load product on correct trailer using a forklift and scanner.
• Ensure all products are properly graded and loaded/received per load specifications.
• Assist with inventory and maintain a clean, sanitary area.
• Follow all safety policies and communicate with Supervisors/Managers.
• Cross train in other areas and rotate within the department.

Kenntnisse

Forklift operation

Scanners

High lifts

Safety awareness

Team communication

Ausbildung

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Scanners

High lifts

Scissor lifts

Jobbeschreibung

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SHIPPING ASSOCIATE (Day Shift)

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

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Mount Olive, NC 28365, USA

• On-site
• Production & Manufacturing Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SHIPP004128

Description

The Distribution/Raw Receiving Associate plays a critical role in ensuring raw materials are received, documented, and delivered to the appropriate areas to support uninterrupted production. This position works closely with Production, Quality, and Distribution teams to verify inbound materials, maintain accurate inventory levels, and prepare materials and product for internal movement or outbound shipments. The associate helps drive daily production targets, supports customer order fulfillment, and upholds all safety, food safety, and quality expectations while maintaining an organized and efficient workspace.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

• Retrieve product from storage areas based on customer/production orders using a scanner and forklift, high lift, scissor lift as needed
• Create master pallet labels using the scanner
• Transport product to/from shipping/production/raw receiving using the reach lift
• Account for all product on order
• Load product on correct trailer using a forklift and scanner
• Ensure all products are properly graded and loaded/received according to load specifications.
• Assist with inventory
• Ensure area is cleaned and sanitary
• Follows all work safety policies and guidelines
• Maintain ongoing communication with Supervisors/Managers
• Must cross train in other areas
• Perform other duties as assigned; may be required to rotate to various functions within the department

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
• Ability to obtain jack license for all equipment required
• Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, display adequate energy and stress tolerance
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to train, maintain and promote a safe work environment
• Read and understand HACCP along with FDA and OSHA requirements as needed

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Diploma or related
• Previous experience with forklifts, scanners, high lifts, scissor lifts
• Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner
• Standing (8 hours a day or more)
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more)
• Reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs)
• Working at heights
• Gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists
• Bending and stooping for short periods of time
• Working below knee levels for short periods of time
• Working above shoulder level for short periods of time
• Working at heights for short periods of time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

• Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities
• Position includes working in areas with temperatures below freezing as well as working at heights
• Position requires working around processing plant equipment
• Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating processing equipment
• This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment
• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection
• This position does not require travel

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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