What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping & Receiving Attendant I position at Kreher Family Farms?
Shipping & Receiving Attendant I
$19 - $21
Wolcott, NY
Schedule required for this position is Sunday-Thursday.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Basic experience in shipping and receiving or warehouse operations.
- Experience and ability to operate an electric pallet jack safely
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with inventory or warehouse management systems and RF scanners.
Job Summary
It is the responsibility of the Shipping/Receiving Attendant l to demonstrate efficient and accurate management of all incoming and outgoing egg shipments, ensuring quality control, inventory management, and timely order fulfillment to meet or exceed customer standards. This role will involve the careful handling of eggs throughout the shipping and receiving lifecycle, from processing to packaging and dispatch. Attendants must ensure all eggs are handled and stored according to quality and safety standards, while adhering to food safety regulations.
Job Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of Shipping/Receiving Attendant I to learn Kreher’s pre-established shipping/receiving and palletizing procedures and guidelines, and while working under direct supervision:
- Check paperwork before unloading, counting all items to make sure they match the paperwork.
- Inspect all items for damage. Report all damage to a supervisor immediately.
- Make sure incoming product is put away in the correct place.
- Label all incoming products with a Julian date or date received.
- Keep coolers, dock and warehouse clean and organized (wash trucks, sweep floors, etc.)
- Ensure all pallets and carts are wrapped securely before loading.
- Before loading a truck, work with supervisor to map out the load.
- Make sure the truck is clean and odor free. Check temperatures to make sure reefer is running properly prior to loading.
- Secure dock plate before loading. Cardboard must be used under flat plates to avoid slipping.
- Double check invoices and pick tickets to be sure correct items are being placed on the pallet.
- When building pallets, ensure proper rotation (first in, first out).
- Record Julian dates on the load sheets and invoices and initial all pick tickets.
- Complete a pre-operational inspection on electric pallet jacks prior to use. Demonstrate strong awareness and pallet jack safety while in operation of the unit.
- Handle all products carefully. If any damage occurs, report all damages to a supervisor, and do not ship damaged product.
- Secure trucks using load bars and straps.
- Ensure all products are scanned completely prior to loading onto the truck.
- Make sure all trucks are locked if they are moved away from the dock.
- Maintain a positive attitude throughout each work shift.
- The ability to be flexible when situational priorities change throughout the day.
- Assist in other areas as required
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
- Sit, talk, see and hear
- Stand, walk, and bend, often for long periods of time
- Lift or move up to 60 pounds (this can be as low as ankle height up to above the head height)
- Verbally communicate in a concise manner
- Hours may be long and irregular
- Dust and dirt associated with agricultural farming
- Excessive noise levels associated with a processing plant and machinery
- Working in a cooler where temperatures are kept between 38ºF-44ºF
Kreher Family Farms is your local egg producer. We are a 3rd and 4th generation, family-owned and operated business. With a deep-rooted history in family values since 1924, our farm continues to grow. Our farm operations have expanded to include compost and fertilizer and crop productions for our hens and customers. We will never stop growing!
Our people are part of our farm family! It is their dedication and respect for one another that allows us to continue to confidently grow as a business.
We believe strongly in creating an environment in which people can continue to learn and grow professionally.
If you're looking for a great opportunity to work with a well-respected company, cohesive team with great team spirit, then apply today!
BENEFITS:
- Health, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurances
- 401K with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Free farm fresh eggs
**MUST NOT CURRENTLY OWN OR HUNT BIRDS (pet bird, backyard flock, etc.) **
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY
Kreher Farms (“KFF”) is an equal opportunity employer. Kreher Farms prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy), national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, creed, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), reproductive health decision making, military status, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction records, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.
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