Warehouse Operator

Darigold, Inc.; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K contributions

Life & disability coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Education assistance

Job summary

Darigold in Pasco, Washington is seeking a Warehouse Operator to manage materials and products across the plant. You will join the Warehouse team to support production by supplying materials and ensuring accurate counts and timely reporting while following food safety policies.

The role requires forklift operation, inventory control, and ability to work in a cool, refrigerated environment. Night/weekend shifts and multitasking are common, with opportunities for forklift certification and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year production experience preferred.
• 2 years of warehouse experience.
• Accurate/Timely receiving and inventory management practices; use and tracking through scan guns, pallet tags, pick lists, packing slips, BOLs, computer entry into Oracle and Access Lot Tracking data base.
• Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision and perform multiple tasks.
• Willing to work nights/weekends/holidays.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to meet all warehouse performance standards.
• Ability to meet attendance and punctuality standards.

Responsibilities

• Shipping/Receiving of different types of materials.
• Inventory tracking and reconciliation.
• Organization of all storage areas.
• Light maintenance and sanitation of the assigned work area; transferring of finished goods, packaging, materials, and ingredients.
• Ensuring accurate and timely counts and reporting requirements.
• Loading and unloading.
• Follow all safety standards.
• Operate different types of machinery (i.e. forklift, power pallet jack, terminal tractor).
• Work in a cool and refrigerated environment.
• Provide supplies to the production teams.
• Assist with training new personnel.
• Able to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

RF scanner use

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Oracle

Access

RF scanner

Job description

Darigold is looking for motivated Warehouse Operator to join our NEW Pasco Plant. This role is responsible for the physical management of materials and products throughout the plant. As a member of the Warehouse team, the Warehouse Operator should possess the desire and ability to contribute to the success of the plant. Our plants create nutritious products 24/7, 365 days a year. As such, all Darigold employees are expected to follow all Food Safety and Quality requirements as outlined in Darigold’s Good Manufacturing Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and facility employee training sessions.
The ideal candidate for this role excels in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple repetitive tasks. You are dedicated to executing excellence in the tasks that you are assigned by the Warehouse Manager. You should also believe in working with others to achieve team goals, while also effectively work independently without direct supervision.

What You Will Do

• Shipping/Receiving of different types of materials
• Inventory tracking and reconciliation
• Organization of all storage areas
• Light maintenance and sanitation of the assigned work are Transferring of finished goods, packaging, materials, and ingredients
• Ensuring accurate and timely counts and reporting requirements
• Loading and unloading
• Follow all safety standards
• Operate different types of machinery. (i.e. forklift, power pallet jack, terminal tractor)
• Work in a cool and refrigerated environment
• Provide supplies to the production teams
• Assist with training new personnel
• Able to obtain and maintain forklift certification
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year production experience preferred
• 2 years of warehouse experience
• Accurate/Timely receiving and inventory management practices; use and tracking through scan guns, pallet tags, pick lists, packing slips, BOLs, computer entry into Oracle and Access Lot Tracking data base
• Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision and perform multiple tasks.
• Willing to work nights/weekends/holidays
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to meet all warehouse performance standards
• Ability to meet attendance and punctuality standards

Nice to Have’s

• Read and follow directions of load sheets, schematics, and product labels
• Familiar with how ERP and WMS work
• Safe operation of sit-down forklift, electric pallet jack and terminal tractor
• Safe Load/Unload of semi-trailers
• Knowledge of shipping/receiving/inventory control
• Can use an RF scanner gun
• Ability to learn rapidly and perform multiple tasks
• Experience driving yard trucks and moving trailers

Physical Requirements

• Never N 0%
• Seldom S 1-10% / 0-1 hour
• Occasional O 11-33% / 1-3 hours
• Frequent F 34-66% / 3-6 hours
• Physical Requirement
• Sit C
• Stand/Walk F
• Climb Ladder S
• Twist F
• Squat / Kneel s
• Work above shoulders N
• Keyboard F
• Wrist O
• Grasp S
• Operate foot controls N
• Vibratory task S
• Lift 55 Lbs. O
• Carry 55 Lbs

Hourly Rate:

$23.94 - $26.41 per hour

Benefits of Working at Darigold

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of
work are important. We are proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards
package – that includes:

• Employer 401K contributions
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Community giving through matching donations
• Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program

Our Commitment to Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Aff_?

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.