What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Dock Laborer position at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.?
JOB SUMMARY
DFA/Kemps has immediate job openings for a well-versed Case Dock Laborer to perform an array of functions including
Maintain and clean all equipment in assigned area.
· Slide case stacks from truck using milk hook or pallet jack as appropriate
· Ensure conveyor tracks are filled with empty cases to prevent production delays
· Confirm empty case area is full of cases at end of shift to help next shift with production run
· Correctly prioritize which truck to empty first based on input from supervisors, yard drivers, or others
· Continuously scan the area and straighten up to reduce trip and slip hazards
· Spot broken or otherwise unusable cases and remove them to the designated area
· Handle returned and truck inventory product as instructed
· Ensure trailers are unloaded and washed in a timely and efficient manner while keeping dock doors closed at all times when not in use
· Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information
· Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s
· Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
· Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Case Dock Laborers will be responsible for handling finished or raw materials, while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines.
DFA/Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At DFA/Kemps we are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!
OUR CASE DOCK LABORERS MAKE:
- $25.74 per hour
SCHEDULE: Mon. - Sat. 7:00 pm - 3:30 am or finish, with every Sunday off and a rotating day off during the week
BENEFITS:
- 401(k) with company contribution*
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays*
- Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Service recognition and employee rewards*
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement*
- Uniforms provided
- Work for dairy farm families
Qualifications:
REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
- Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
- May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
- Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
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