Shipping/Warehouse Order Selector

Oakhurst Dairy; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakhurst Dairy is seeking a warehouse associate to perform various tasks in a refrigerated environment. You will load/unload trucks, prepare orders, and maintain accurate inventory records. The role requires forklift experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced team setting.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, order preparation, and adherence to GMP and safety standards. High school diploma preferred; English language proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience preferred.
• Able to follow directions and work in a team.
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload stacks and move items to racks, shelves or bins.
• Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated area.
• Maintain organization and rotation of stock in coolers and warehouse.
• Fill requisitions or requests and distribute to production workers.
• Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and loading onto trucks.
• Check all information for accurate shipment and verify bills of lading.
• Use computer to scan or enter inventories and records.
• Complete daily pick sheets, cycle counts, and production takes backs.
• May sort, bundle and fill containers or place in assembled units.
• May operate a forklift to load/unload and move inventory.

Skills

Forklift experience

Teamwork

Record keeping

Basic math

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perform various warehouse and inventory related tasks. Receive, process, store, move, and distribute items (products, materials, ingredients, equipment, supplies, etc.) within a warehouse or cooler/refrigerated environment. Unload and load trucks, truck trailers, cases, pallets, stacks, etc. Convey materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas by hand, hand truck, or electric hand truck. Record received and shipped items. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Work within clearly defined processes and tasks.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load and unload stacks and move items as assigned; sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence, such as size, type, style, color, or product code
• Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated area
• Maintain organization, rotation of stock, and neatness of all coolers and warehouse
• Fill requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other items and distribute to production workers
• Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and for efficient loading onto trucks/trailers
• Check all information for accurate shipment of customer orders; check bills of lading for accuracy before any product is shipped or received; check products for cleanliness and condition prior to loading
• Use computer to accurately scan or enter/maintain inventories and records
• Complete daily pick sheets, cycle counts, and production take backs
• May sort, bundle and fill containers or place in assembled units
• May mark or put identifying labels on product loads
• May operate a forklift, including a standing forklift, to load and unload trucks and move inventory from one location to another
• Keep a clean and safe working environment and optimize space utilization
• Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. Inform QA personnel of any quality issues
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Production or general work experience preferred
• Forklift experience preffered
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range

$20 - 23 / hour based on experience

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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