Warehouse Distribution

B&G Foods Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

B&G Foods Inc. in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Warehouse Worker for third shift to transport materials safely and efficiently within the plant. You will operate forklifts, load trailers, and ensure accurate piece counts while maintaining compliance with HACCP, cGMP, and safety protocols.

You will perform daily forklift inspections, assist in inventory transactions, and support training of new teammates. The role demands high attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work at a fast pace in a

Qualifications

• Must possess or obtain forklift certification and be able to operate WMS.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to HACCP, cGMP and safety standards in a manufacturing setting.
• Flexible to overtime and weekend coverage as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move materials within the plant and replenish pick slots.
• Load finished product and custom orders onto trailers in correct sequence.
• Wrap finished orders and ensure accurate piece count.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and maintain cleanliness.
• Complete inventory transactions promptly and report issues.
• Follow lockout-tagout procedures and maintain safety compliance.
• Assist in training new warehouse workers and support team communication.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Mathematical skills

Safety awareness

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Forklift certification

Job description

Join our Family!
Transports material in the most productive, efficient, accurate, and safe manner with due concern for product quality and condition.

Ready to be part of something special?
Join our Family!
Transports material in the most productive, efficient, accurate, and safe manner with due concern for product quality and condition.
This position is available on third shift working Monday through Friday 3:30pm to 12:00am. Weekend and daily overtime as required.
Rate of pay: $23.08/hr plus $0.55/hr shift differential

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently to minimize risk to personnel and damage to inventory and equipment.
• Use equipment to move materials within the plant.
• Replenish pick slots.
• Demonstrate safe work practices to prevent on-the-job injuries by following all company and OSHA safety regulations.
• Load finished product and custom orders onto trailers in the correct sequence and according to loading requirements, while ensuring an accurate piece count.
• Operate a wrapping machine to wrap finished orders.
• Adhere to lockout-tagout procedures.
• Place proper documentation on pallets.
• Read the truck schedule and follow instructions to determine which materials or trucks to be moved.
• Perform tasks as directed by the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Work as a member of the warehouse team by communicating information to coworkers on time to ensure efficient operation of the warehouse.
• Perform daily inspection checks on forklifts.
• Complete accurate inventory transactions promptly, to reflect material movement and inventory status.
• Operate dock plates and dock locks following company procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions in the warehouse, daily.
• Identify problems with equipment, product quality, conveyor system, etc., and take corrective action.
• Use care when loading and stacking pallets on trailers to ensure that the product arrives at the customer damage-free.
• Use dunnage bags, load bars, and load straps, as needed.
• Complete HACCP outbound trailer inspection and report any deficiencies to the supervisor immediately.
• Turn completed paperwork in daily.
• Assist in the training of new Warehouse Workers and ongoing training of current employees, as requested.
• Assist in recouping damaged finished products and transport damaged products to recoup pallets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Skill in operating material moving equipment safely and conscientiously.
• Performs basic math operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to work at a rapid pace for continuous periods.
• Ability to organize and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to deal effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.
• Communicates effectively with plant personnel courteously and cooperatively.
• Demonstrates efficient material handling skills regularly.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing work tasks efficiently and safely.
• Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Responds appropriately to supervision.
• Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of the department and company.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Actively participates in resolving issues or problems related to warehouse operations.
• Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality standards of workmanship.
• Must become familiar with plant layout for efficient material movement.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must learn how to operate the Warehouse Management System
• Candidate must complete a Qualification Checklist
• Onsite training specific to job responsibilities.
• Must possess or obtain forklift certification.

Protective Clothing And Devices

Many of the job duties of this position require you to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), if so, when and how to use this equipment will be explained to you at the time of hire.
To determine the ability to perform job functions where the use of a respirator is required, employees will be given a physical examination before performing this type of work.

SQF

Responsible for reporting any food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Responsible for following cGMP’s
Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and good housekeeping
Ensure trailers are lean and in good repair for food transportation
Follow all appropriate cleaning procedures
Ensure pallets are clean and in good repair

Work Environment

This position is in a manufacturing plant environment, works around moving mechanical parts, works around motorized vehicles and may be exposed to varying temperatures.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
May be required to work at heights up to 30ft off the ground
Majority of time spent operating a motorized vehicle

Physical Requirements

Hearing, speaking: Continuously. Must communicate with others and discriminate sounds with machines
Vision: Continuously
Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently depending on the work environment.
Standing: Frequently to Continuously
Walking: Occasionally to Frequently
Forward bend in standing: Occasionally
Rotation in standing: Occasionally
Elevated work: Rarely up to 1-2 mins
Floor to waist lift: Occasionally up to 35 lbs, Rarely up to 50 lbs
Waist to crown lift: Rarely up to 35 lbs
Horizontal lift: Occasionally up to 50 lbs
Front carry: Occasionally 50 lbs up to 15 feet
One hand carry: Occasionally 30 lbs up to 15 feet
Push: Occasionally up to 80 lbs
Pull: Occasionally up to 80 lbs
Left hand grip: Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs
Right hand grip: Occasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs
Pinch Grip: Occasionally to Frequently
Right and Left hand coordination: continuous with average eye/hand coordination
Stair Climbing: Occasionally: Up to 100 stairs/day
Climbing: Occasionally
Squatting: Occasionally
Kneeling: Rarely
Stooping: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Crawling: Rarely
Crouching: Occasionally
Repetitive Motions: Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Frequently to Continuously: Including twisting wrist, ulnar deviation, box cutting.
Moderate Work: Force from 20-30 lbs occasionally to frequently and up to 40-50 lbs rarely to occasionally.
Task
Maximum Physical Demands:
Maximum Demand
Floor to waist LiftOccasionally up to 35 lbs, Rarely up to 50 lbs
Waist to Crown LiftRarely up to 35 lbs
Front carryOccasionally 50 lbs up to 15 feet
One hand carryOccasionally 30 lbs up to 15 feet
Right hand gripOccasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs
Left hand gripOccasionally to Frequently up to 45 lbs
Pushing and PullingOccasionally up to 80 lbs
Stair ClimbingOccasionally: Up to 100 stairs/day
Standing toleranceFrequently to Continuously
WalkingOccasionally to Frequently
Right & left hand coordinationContinuously with average eye/hand coordination
KneelingRarely
SquattingOccasionally
Pinch GripOccasionally to Frequently
Forward bend in standingOccasionally
Rotation in StandingOccasionally
Repetitive MotionsFrequently to Continuously with wrists, hands, fingers: Including twisting wrist, ulnar deviation, box cutting, operating fork lift controls.
ReachingFrequently
CrawlingRarely
CrouchingOccasionally
Horizontal LiftOccasionally up to 50 lbs
Elevated WorkRarely up to 1-2 mins
Functional Job AnalysisRarely 1-5% of the day
Occasionally 6-33% of the day
Frequently 34-66% of the day
Continuously 67-100% of the day

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources. For more information on your federal rights, please review the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.