Shipping Room Operator, AM, Dairy - Lakeland

Publix Super Markets; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Publix Super Markets is seeking a warehouse associate in Lakeland, FL. Responsibilities include operating, maintaining and cleaning equipment, and ensuring accurate inventory and paperwork are completed.

You will assist with loading, unloading, and palletizing while maintaining a clean, safe work area. The role requires physical ability to lift heavy loads, a willingness to adapt to a flexible schedule, and basic math and GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willingness to obtain forklift license after training.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more frequently.
• Ability to pull 180-200 pounds across a slick surface.
• Ability to bend, reach, pull, carry, and lift continuously.
• Willingness to learn and perform a variety of tasks and duties as assigned.
• Ability to perform steady and productive work for an extended amount of time.
• Basic math skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to demonstrate Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Team player with positive work attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operating, maintaining and cleaning equipment in work area.
• Recording accurate inventory and completing required paperwork.
• Selecting product to be loaded.
• Loading and unloading trailers.
• Operating palletizer and tow motor.
• Performing all team assignments.
• Maintaining housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible schedule

Physical strength

GMP awareness

Forklift training

Tools

Forklift operation

Palletizer

Job description

• Operating, maintaining and cleaning equipment in work area
• Recording accurate inventory and completing required paperwork
• Other duties as assigned.

Department

Manufacturing

Job Category

Warehousing

Description

Responsibilities include:

• Performing all team assignments
• Maintaining housekeeping
• Selecting product to be loaded
• Loading and unloading trailers
• Operating palletizer and tow motor
• Operating, maintaining and cleaning equipment in work area
• Recording accurate inventory and completing required paperwork
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Willingness to obtain forklift license after training
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more frequently
• Ability to pull 180-200 pounds across a slick surface
• Ability to bend, reach, pull, carry, and lift continuously
• Willingness to learn and perform a variety of tasks and duties as assigned
• Ability to perform steady and productive work for an extended amount of time
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math skills
• Excellent communications skills; both verbal and written
• Ability to demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Ability to work well with others and be a team player

Benefits Information

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: https://jobs-beta.publix.com/benefits/

Year End Bonus

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks’ pay.

Additional Information

Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.