Shipping & Receiving Technician - Seasonal

AgCertain; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Maytag Dairy Farms, LLC in Newton, IA is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Technician. This seasonal role through December 31, 2026 involves receiving materials, assembling orders, and shipping finished products while upholding GMP and safety standards.

You will operate in a fast-paced environment, use Business Central for daily tasks, manage inventory, label products, and coordinate with carriers and customers to ensure timely orders and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for 8+ hours.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Business Central preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to interact with customers and vendors.
• Adherence to GMP and safety policies in production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely in AgCertain environments and contexts.
• Demonstrate understanding of shipping processes and responsibilities.
• Familiarize with product lines to support shipping and receiving.
• Process and fulfill orders accurately and on schedule.
• Monitor and assist with inventory in packaging/shipping areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Business Central

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Maytag Dairy Farms, LLC - Newton, IA 50208Position Type: Full TimeThe Shipping & Receiving Technician is responsible for receiving materials (ingredients, packing material, chemicals, etc.), putting together orders, and shipping finished product. This is a seasonal position through December 31, 2026 with the potential to turn into a full-time role. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be essential in maintaining the efficiency of Shipping & Receiving. Due to the nature of our business, the Shipping & Receiving Technician may do multiple tasks throughout the day/week. They are expected to contribute where and whenever needed, including any task throughout production.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operate safely and appropriately in all AgCertain situations and environments
• Ability to demonstrate a basic and continuously increasing understanding of the shipping process
• Become familiar with product lines, both retail and wholesale, to contribute effectively to shipping and receiving efforts
• Proficient in using Business Central as required for daily operations
• Inspect incoming packing materials, ingredients, and processing aides
• Process and fulfill orders accurately and according to schedule
• Monitor inventory of product (including product on QA hold) in Packaging/Shipping coolers and assist with conducting inventory
• Properly label cheese and other products and organize as necessary; complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Assist with management of inventory, including loading and unloading trucks, coordinating with carriers and communicating with customers
• Assist with overall operations in the Shipping Department to ensure timely orders and a positive brand image
• Undergo Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training and be able to comply with Occupational Safety policies and GMPs in the production process
• Participate in all company trainings
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent level certification with proven reading, writing, clearly legible handwriting, computer, inter-personal communication and mathematics skills
• Physical abilities to include the ability to lift 75 lbs (34 Kg) , ability to spend 8+ hours on feet and/or standing in place
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with Business Central is preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate internally and externally with customers and vendor
• Act with integrity, candor, excellence, curiosity, honesty and a commitment to safety
• Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility