Warehouseperson Trainee - 3rd shift

Lactalis American Group Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Retirement plans

Job summary

Lactalis American Group Inc. is hiring a Warehouse person (reach truck) based in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on safe reach truck operation, shipping/receiving, and maintaining accurate inventory in a distribution setting.

Weekend work is required; flexible to meet operational needs. Candidates should have forklift experience, familiarity with RF terminals, and strong communication skills. A High School diploma or GED and prior warehouse exposure are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience with reach trucks and forklift operation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with GMP and inventory processes welcome.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Reach Truck safely and efficiently.
• Maintain GMP and quality control standards.
• Document safety checks and paperwork accurately.
• Perform cycle counts and inventory checks (FIFO).
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and RF terminal usage.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and collaborate with production.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reach truck

GMP/Quality knowledge

RF terminals

Inventory control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Previous warehousing experience

Tools

RF terminals

Inventory software

Job description

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours:

LACTALIS USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a

Warehouse person (reach truck) based in Buffalo, NY.

Weekend work is required, days off are Tuesday & Wednesday.

Summary

Performs functions directly related to a distribution facility. Performs shipping and receiving functions as well as computer transaction daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Operates a Reach Truck in a safe and responsible manner.
2. Practices the highest standards of GMP’s and Quality Control procedures.
3. Documents safety checks on tow motor prior to use.
4. Ensures accurate documentation of all paperwork.
5. Completes activity movement sheets daily.
6. Rotates stock in a FIFO format.
7. Selects the proper product for customer orders.
8. Maintains a clean work environment daily.
9. Maintains and operates the RF terminals daily.
10. Performs monthly physical inventories as designated by the corporate staff, and performs cycle counts with the department manager.
11. Works closely with the production departments.
12. Maintains open communication between fellow workers.
13. Reports any product or property damage to supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Experienced forklift operation/knowledge.
• Experience with a stand up deep-reach truck a plus.
• Perishable and dry goods warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software. Inventory control, cycle counts, and FIFO systems formats preferred.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Previous warehousing experience preferred.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affinit Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.