Warehouse Technician

This role is responsible for operating mobile equipment such as a forklift, floor jacks and hoist systems to receive, deliver and dispense stock material and miscellaneous goods. The Warehouse Technician will work in a large warehouse environment receiving stock and components from delivery trucks and placing materials in the bins or assigned shelf locations, using the packing slip to check off every item and verify the shipment is complete. Accuracy is extremely important, but speed is also a factor. The person in these positions will need to work on their own and will be expected to perform tasks without problems. Additional responsibilities include the distribution of warehouse materials to the production floor and cycle counting inventoried items to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

Office Environment: 2% of the work is conducted in an office setting, involving time spent on computer research, project management, and communication with team members and stakeholders. Frequent participation in both in-person and virtual meetings, including project updates, strategy sessions, and presentations to management and stakeholders.

Production Environment: 98% Regular visits to the production areas will involve exposure to machinery, noise, varying temperatures, humidity, and wet conditions.

Schedule: PM schedule 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm, including weekends, and holidays as needed based on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Previous experience working in a warehouse or similar environment is preferred.
2. Ability to work with little or no supervision.
3. Strong organizational and time management skills
4. Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 70 lbs.
5. Ability to operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
6. Knowledge of warehousing software and inventory management systems is an advantage.
7. Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment.
8. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.
9. Load and unload cargo from trucks and delivery vehicles using appropriate tools and equipment.
10. Organize and store products in the warehouse according to company procedures.
11. Check goods to ensure they are not damaged or missing.
12. Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the warehouse, ensuring health and safety standards are met.
13. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment to transport goods around the warehouse.
14. Adhere to safety rules and regulations, including the use of protective gear and proper lifting techniques.
15. Prepare orders for shipment, ensuring that goods are properly packaged and labeled.
16. Assist with inventory management, counting, and reconciling products to ensure accuracy.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma, or GED is required.
2. Bilingual in English and Spanish languages is preferred.
3. 1-2 years of manufacturing warehouse experience preferred.
4. Working knowledge of FDA's current good manufacturing practices (cGMP)
5. Food manufacturing experience
6. Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred though training will be provided
7. Ability to pass pre-employment background checks and drug screening
8. Experience with Scanning Solution is preferred
9. Experience with cycle counting

Working Conditions/ Physical Requirements:

1. This position requires the ability to lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 70 lbs.
2. Regular visits to production areas will involve exposure to machinery, high noise levels, varying temperatures, humidity, and wet conditions.
3. Must be comfortable sharing office space with other professionals and performing repetitive, computer-based tasks. This includes extended periods of sitting, reaching with hands and arms, and using input devices such as a keyboard, mouse, and other tools. The role requires maintaining focus on detailed screen work for prolonged durations, including tasks such as data analysis, report preparation, and troubleshooting operational issues.
4. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, and bend for extended periods.
5. Ability to work around ingredients and/or finished products containing food allergens.
6. Must be able to communicate through various channels, including phone, email, face-to-face, and videoconferencing.

The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job. Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Cloverdale Foods Company offers a competitive compensation package and an excellent benefits program. For confidential consideration, please send your resume to HRDept@cloverdalefoods.com or Fax: 701-663-0690. To comply with government recordkeeping requirements, please go to http://www.cloverdalefoods.com/employment/apply.asp and send us a completed Online Application along with your resume/cover letter.

Cloverdale Foods Company is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.