Vacation/Shift Relief Operator (Shipping/Warehouse)-Lak Dairy

Publix Super Markets, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Disability insurance (short- & long‑‑)

Job summary

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL is seeking a manufacturing associate to cover multiple positions during vacations, absences, and peak times. You will support department operations, maintain GMP standards, and operate forklifts as needed.

The role requires flexibility across shifts and a strong focus on safety and teamwork. Responsibilities include learning all positions, assisting with breaks and lunches, and assisting the Department Manager or Utility Trainer during absences.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with GMPs.
• Must demonstrate safe working habits.
• Must obtain license and operate forklift.
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good human relations skills (team player).
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and commitment to Publix.

Responsibilities

• Perform the functions of each position throughout the department when associates are on vacation or absent.
• Perform functions during unplanned absences and relieve for breaks and lunches.
• Keep updated on changes to procedures for all department positions.
• Perform day-to-day tasks of the Department Manager or Utility Trainer during vacations and absences.
• Serve as a positive role model and develop knowledge of plant operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift license

Lifting 50+ lbs

Team player

Shift flexibility

Safety awareness

Attendance reliability

Effective communication

Basic math skills

Ability to learn multiple roles

GMP compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

• Performing the functions of each position throughout the department whenever an associate is on vacation, holiday exchange, sick, etc as requested by manager
• Performing the functions of any position during unplanned absences and helping relieve associates for breaks and lunches
• Keeping updated on any changes to procedures and practices related to all department positions in the plant
• Performing the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of the Department Manager and/or Utility Trainer during vacations and other absences
• Serving as a positive role model for all associates, developing in depth knowledge of entire plant operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Department

Manufacturing

Job Category

Manufacturing

Description

Responsibilities include:

• Performing the functions of each position throughout the department whenever an associate is on vacation, holiday exchange, sick, etc as requested by manager
• Performing the functions of any position during unplanned absences and helping relieve associates for breaks and lunches
• Keeping updated on any changes to procedures and practices related to all department positions in the plant
• Performing the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of the Department Manager and/or Utility Trainer during vacations and other absences
• Serving as a positive role model for all associates, developing in depth knowledge of entire plant operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Must demonstrate safe working habits
• Must obtain license and operate forklift
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality
• Must have excellent safety work habits
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
• Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time
• Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
• Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must possess basic math skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• Must show a commitment to Publix and our mission.

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

3 PM - 1:30 AM,6 PM - 4:30 AM &9 PM - 5:30 AM; Varying days

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.