Warehouse Manager - Dry Goods

Westin Inc; Fairbury (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westin Inc in Fairbury, Nebraska is seeking a Receiving/Materials Handler to maintain the flow of raw materials, packaging, pallets, and finished goods. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, perform daily inspections, unload inbound loads, haul products to the plant, and keep work areas clean and safe.

This role requires adherence to GMPs, LOTO, safety policies, and LEAN practices, with attention to identity verification of outbound loads and proper seal verification.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience preferred.
• CDL required.
• Follow GMPs at all times.
• LOTO program must be followed.
• Strong teamwork and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Supply plant with meat and raw materials daily.
• Unload loads of bacon and other products from the plant.
• Haul finished product to the plant and load in/out Topper products.
• Unload inedible product and caustic materials as required.
• Load and unload pallets; wrap and organize areas.

Skills

Forklift experience

CDL required

LEAN mindset

Safety awareness

Team player

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Position OverviewResponsible to keep the flow of raw materials/packaging materials/pallets/etc. to the plants to prevent running out and maintain the flow of finished goods coming out of the plants.Ensure receiving equipment is in proper working orderEnsure daily forklift/pallet jack inspections are completeKeep all work areas clean from debris and report any damage or unsafe conditionsSupply plant with meatHaul finished product out of the plantUnload loads of baconHaul dry cure/blend out of plant if neededLoad in/out Topper productClean, sweep, organize Topper buildingHaul caustic soda to the plantHaul inedible product out of plantWrap palletsClean and sweep Terminal buildingSweep, organize and unload product in Warehouse #1Wash outside forklifts on a weekly basisRemove trash from all facilitiesInventory Warehouse #1 monthlyInventory dry blend monthlyInventory seeds monthlySupply plant with raw materials dailyLoad inedible combos onto trailerComplete 7 point inspection of any outbound truckVerify identity of driver of any outbound truck with photo IDSeal outbound loads and verify seal number on bill of ladingRequirementsForklift experience preferredCDL RequiredHave a positive and professional attitudeFollow GMPs at all timesMaintain a safe work environment and follow safety policiesNotify management immediately of any unsafe situationsFollow all Food Safety PoliciesMust always follow LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) programParticipate in daily LEAN meeting and stretchesRegular attendance is requiredPrompt, on time reporting to work stations is requiredStrength Factor Level 5-Exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, an/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly.Ability to walk outdoors in all conditions between buildingsAbility to walk on uneven surfaces, ramps and stairsAbility to safely walk on slick surfaces due to working conditions or weather conditionsOther Skills/AbilitiesOutstanding communication skillsTeam playerSupervision ReceivedWork is performed with considerable latitude and independence under the general guidance of the Receiving Supervisor.