Chairmans Foods specializes in producing a wide range of high quality, consistent customer solutions - main courses, side dishes, queso, ready-to-eat protein salads custom solutions for foodservice operators and retail stores. Chairmans has succeeded over the years with open communication, integrity, and with a deep commitment to southern hospitality.

Driven by our mission, vision and values, employee and food safety is always our top priority.

**LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY**

** $1,000 sign on bonus ($250 paid after three months employment, $250 paid after 6 months employment, $500 paid after one year employment) **

PAY
This position pays $18.00 per hour.

SHIFT
1st shift (5:00am - 2:00pm ~ hours will vary)

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for operating forklift and pallet jacks to load and unload products from trailers for storage and handling. Receive, review, count, and store products in designated areas. Maintain proper product rotation for freshness, and verify inventory counts daily. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate electric tow motors, stand-up forklifts, and pallet jacks
• Load/unload trucks, and accurately complete tally sheets and BOLs
• Check product quality of incoming freight and perform pre-shipment reviews on outgoing shipments
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies
• Handle incoming and outgoing FedEx shipments
• Maintain accurate receiving records and inventory control and cycle counts
• Maintain cleanliness of work area
• Follow all plant safety regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices

Required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work in varied temperature environments (0-50 deg.) COLD ENVIRONMENT
• Heavy lifting required, and must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
• Continuous movement, and must be able to stand for long periods of time

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must meet expectations on Safety, Attendance, Teamwork, Quality, and Productivity metrics
• Ability to use a computer add, subtract, multiply, and divide - High level of analytical aptitude
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals - Attention to the details
• Must be able to follow instructions and communicate clearly with coworkers
• Visual, auditory, and hand dexterity
• Full body mobility
• Adequate reading/language, writing, and math skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Food processing / handling experience preferred / CDL is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted?
• Are you able to work in 30-40 degree temperatures if warm articles of clothing (gloves, jacket, etc.) are provided or allowed?
• Are you willing to work additional hours and overtime, both daily and weekend, as needed?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• stand-up forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Nashville, TN 37210 (Required)

Work Location: In person