Warehouse/Cooler Operator II - Robot

dfa; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External C

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Garelick Farms, part of Dairy Farmers of America, seeks a 1st Shift Warehouse/Cooler Operator-Robot to perform warehouse and inventory tasks in a refrigerated environment. You will unload/load, move goods, and maintain accurate records while adhering to quality and safety standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–2 years in a warehouse setting, and forklift certification. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to GMP and sanitation rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years of warehouse, distribution, production, or related experience.
• Certification and/or license – forklift, walk behind jack, or other related work certifications.
• Able to read, write and speak English clearly.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and comply with GMP, safety, and sanitation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload stacks and move items to racks, shelves, or bins per predetermined sequence.
• Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated areas.
• Maintain organization and rotation of stock and cleanliness of all coolers and warehouse areas.
• Fill requisitions and distribute to production workers.
• Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and loading onto trucks.
• Check shipment details and bills of lading for accuracy; ensure product cleanliness.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Reading/writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a 1st Shift Warehouse/Cooler Operator-Robot

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!

Hours: 1st shift 8:00am - 4:30PM

Rate $22.00/hr.

Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External Candidates

GENERAL PURPOSE

Perform various warehouse and inventory 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. Read production schedules, customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed. 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
• Assist with monthly inventory counts, year-end inventory counts, and cycle counts as required
• Monitor materials, product, and equipment at each step of the process and report irregularities or concerns to supervisor
• 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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

1 to 2 years of warehouse, distribution, production, or related experience

Certification and/or License – may require forklift, walk behind jack, or other related work certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Able to work in a team environment and contribute to the overall success of the warehouse/cooler team

Able to perform accurate basic math computations and inventory counts

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing (including legible writing)

Able to perform routine machine adjustments

Able to adapt to changing situations and perform tasks as assigned

Able to follow directions

Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

Able to perform tasks and duties without constant supervision

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans