What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift - Shipping position at JONES DAIRY FARM.?
Manufacturer of Premium Meat Products in Fort Atkinson
Jones Dairy Farm, a family owned and operated business for over 135 years, is searching for 1st Shift – Shipping employees to help satisfy our growing needs. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated and loyal individuals that take pride in the quality of work they produce.
Position Summary:
Shipping employees are responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant movement of goods, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect incoming deliveries for damage, discrepancies, or missing items, and report issues promptly
- Retrieve items from storage, package them securely, and attach correct labels and/or documentation
- Prepare shipping and receiving reports, update shipment tracking data, and report irregularities or delays to supervisors
- Follow company policies, safety procedures, and environmental regulations
- Completion of routine paperwork
- Obtain and process product orders, register deliveries, and distribute packages
- Organize, clean, and stock; count inventory; and maintain accurate shipping/receiving logs
- Schedule large shipments, plan storage space
- Assist with troubleshooting shipping issues
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., stand, walk, twist, push, pull, bend and tolerate repetitive movements
- Ability to work in a freezer/cooler environment (-0 to 32 degrees)
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Basic level of reading, writing, counting, and label-checking skills
- Perform daily tasks while following all food safety, GMP, and workplace safety guidelines.
- Maintain strong organizational and time management skills
- Communicating effectively with team members
Technology/Equipment:
- WMS/SAGE software
- Hand-held scanners and tablets
- Operate standing and sitting forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment safely
Benefits Package:
We offer excellent compensation and benefit packages:
- Medical Insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company Paid Short Term Disability/Sick Pay
- Long Term Disability available
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation (pro-rated) 2 weeks after probationary period and 3 weeks after 1 year of service
- 401K with a 100% Employer Match on 5.5% of eligible earnings
- Health Club Incentives
EOE