Shipping - Hand Pallet Jack Operator - 2nd Shift

Pure Flavor; Romulus (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Flavor in Romulus, MI is seeking a Hand/Pallet Jack Operator to safely operate industrial equipment and move product from storage to the production floor. You will stage shipments, inspect for damage, and maintain accurate FIFO inventory while keeping a clean workspace.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, coordinating with the Shipping Supervisor, and ensuring compliance with GMPs, Food Safety, and Health & Safety policies in a refrigerated environment.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail and accuracy in handling shipments.
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Steel-toed shoes are required for safety.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet/hand truck to stage, count, sort and move shipments.
• Sort, stack, and organize fresh produce per standards.
• Prepare products for storage, shipment, or distribution with accuracy.
• Inspect produce for damage and report issues to supervisors.
• Maintain FIFO inventory and continuous supply to production floor.
• Communicate with Shipping Supervisor about issues or shortages.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and dispose of waste properly.
• Inspect handling equipment daily and report damages.
• Comply with GMPs, SOPs, Food Safety and Health/Safety guidelines.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

English proficiency

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