Shipping - Hand Pallet Jack Operator - 1st Shift

Pure Flavor; Romulus (MI); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Flavor is seeking a Hand/Pallet Jack Operator to safely operate industrial equipment, load, unload and move products, and support the supply chain by relocating stock from storage to production.

You will stage, sort, and organize shipments, inspect for quality, and maintain FIFO inventory while upholding GMP and safety standards. The role involves standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in a refrigerated environment.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year material handling experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP, Health and Safety, and Food Safety preferred.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Must wear steel-toed shoes and follow safety procedures.
• English communication skills (reading/writing) required.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet/hand truck to stage, count, sort and move shipments.
• Sort, stack, and organize fresh produce to company standards.
• Prepare products for storage, shipment or distribution with accuracy.
• Inspect produce for damage or quality and report issues.
• Maintain FIFO inventory and ensure product flow to production floor.
• Communicate with Shipping Supervisor about quality or shortages.
• Keep a clean work area and handle waste from packing area.
• Perform daily inspection of equipment and report issues.
• Follow SOPs, GMPs, Food Safety and safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team player

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Hand/Pallet Jack Operator is responsible for the safe operating and managing of industrial equipment to load, unload and move product and packaging, from storage areas, machines and loading docks. The prime function of the role is to support the supply chain through locating and moving stock of product, packaging materials and pallets from storage areas to the production floor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate pallet/hand truck, to stage, count, sort and move shipments of product and packaging material.
• Sort, stack, and organize fresh produce according to company standards and customer specifications.
• Prepare products for storage, shipment, or distribution while ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Inspect produce for damage, defects, or quality concerns and report issues to supervisors.
• Ensure a constant supply of product to the production floor; check quality and condition of product and packaging; rotate and organize inventory per company procedures, using FIFO method.
• Communicate frequently with Shipping Supervisor, report quality issues, damage, shortages of product or packaging.
• Maintain proper handling practices to prevent product damage and minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean work area; remove empty and damage pallets, wood, and plastic.
• Daily inspection of assigned material handling equipment; report damages or mechanical issues to personnel with authority
• Remove all waste from packing area by using dump bins and supply empty bins to be filled.
• Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure standards consistently meet expectations.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Requirements and Skills

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year material handling or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to adhere to all security and safety procedures; excellent driving skills and the ability to show good judgement.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
• Ability to remain focused for extended periods of time and react quickly in emergency situations.
• Proficient in English communication; oral, written and reading.
• Steel toed shoes are required.

Working Conditions

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility required.
• This job operates in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands and arms
• The position requires the ability to regularly lift to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds