Warehouse Worker

Warehouse Worker – 2nd and 3rd Shift Responsibilities

• Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
• Sorts and stores perishable goods in refrigerated rooms or freezers.
• Responds to requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to production workers or assembly line.
• Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves, or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department.
• Marks materials with identifying information and records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
• Properly utilizes the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to reflect production, shipping, receiving and inventory data.
• Ships finished product and completes any and all related documentation in accordance with approved Finished Product Shipping Standard Operating Procedures.
• Receives raw materials and completes any and all related documentation in accordance with approved Raw Materials Receiving Standard Operating Procedures.
• Completes all Trailer Inspections and any and all related documentation in a thorough, accurate and timely manner.
• Monitors job tasks to ensure food safety and quality and promptly reports any concerns or issues to supervisor and/or Quality Assurance Department.
• Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Arranges stock materials in specified sequence for assembly by other workers.
• Drives vehicle to transport stored items from the warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations for shipment.
• Prepares samples or other parcels for mailing.
• Follows policies and procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Observes safety and security procedures and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Maintains inventory records and performs cycle counts as necessary.

• Must be willing to operate various types of forklifts.
• High school diploma or GED; or six to twelve months related experience and/or training; forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as production schedules, inventory reports, sales forecasts, safety rules, motor carrier regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Proficient typing and computer skills including knowledge of Internet software, inventory software, order processing systems, spreadsheet software (MS Excel), word processing software (MS Word) and email software (Office 365). Competent in the use of Warehouse Management System software and hardware, including hand‑held scanning devices.
• Must attain and maintain a current and valid forklift and pallet jack operator’s license within seven working days of hire.
• Physical demands: may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, sit, reach with hands, talk, hear. Visual requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions; moderate to loud noise; hearing protection required.

• Competitive Pay ($18.00 - $20.00 per hour)
• Optional Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for Employees and Dependents
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous PTO policy

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Location:

Ellington, CT