Warehouse Operator

Vermont Creamery, L.L.C.; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company seeks a Warehouse Operator in Hicksville, NY. The role includes loading and unloading products, operating forklifts, and ensuring safety compliance in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience and be strong communicators eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 6+ months of work experience in any industry.
• Basic computer and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks essential to warehouse operations including loading and unloading shipments.
• Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed for safety and efficiency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Job description

As stated in the Land O'Lakes Job Posting policy, all employees who post for an internal opening must inform their current manager at the time they apply.

Our growth relies on our extraordinary talent.Unlock your greatest potential at Land O'Lakes by continuing to make a difference, driving results and growing yourcareer.

Warehouse OperatorPay: $24.70 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour (after 8:00 PM)
Shift & Working Hours: Monday-Friday; 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM; Weekends/Overtime as needed.

As a Warehouse Operator, you will be a valued team member who will perform tasks essential to our warehouse operations: coordinate inbound/outbound deliveries, pick and load product using a variety of forklifts (stand-up, reach truck, sit-down, walkie rider pallet jack), organize storage areas based on FIFO, assist with cycle counts, and maintain a safe and clean work area. Warehouse Operator is a labor-intensive job which includes but not limited to: receiving inbound shipments to confirm documentation such as BOL's or COA's, picking orders in the warehouse with the use of RF scanner to select the correct product from the racks based on FIFO, palletizing product/shrink wrap to secure and transfer pallets to the loading dock, loading outbound orders for delivery in a safe and efficient manner.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there’s power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:
Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others

Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly

Processes work orders by selecting correct products from racks, palletizing them, shrink-wrapping, and staging the product order for delivery

Able to multi-task and keep up with warehousing demands in a fast-paced environment

Ensures all standard operating procedures are followed

Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area


Required Experience and Skills:
Must be 18 years or older

6+ months of work experience in any industry

Basic computer and math skills

Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions

Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot

Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful


Preferred Experience:
1+ year of warehousing work experience

Stand up forklift or reach truck forklift

Pallet jack experience


Physical Requirements:
Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds

Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements

Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment

Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

Required to work scheduled shift which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime


Internal Candidates: Hourly employees are expected to be in their position for a minimum of six months before posting to an open position, unless business needs require moving beforehand, and current manager approves the internal move. Internal candidates who are on a final written warning and/or performance improvement plan are not eligible to apply for an internal opening.

Grade:

Prod