Warehouse Operator (BSNAC)

Who we are

Lesaffre is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our pioneer spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing. 

Lesaffre's global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion euro turnover. We work with customers, partners and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being and improve plant nutrition. 

This role is within our Biospringer team. Biospringer offers our customers a range of yeast extracts and fermentation-based products designed to improve the taste and organoleptic properties of food. Our natural ingredients make food tastier and healthier. 

Our Core Values: Passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility  

What we offer

• The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability 
• A competitive 401K plan, affordable benefits starting on day 1 of employment, and 12 paid holidays  
• The ability to utilize your experience and knowledge to make a real impact  
• Opportunities for continuous growth within your role and across business units  

What you bring to the table

The primary purpose of this position is to provide timely and effective distribution and logistical support to the BSNAC warehouse activities for inbound/outbound deliveries, internal transfers, inventory, and raw material inventory for production. The Warehouse Operator will report directly to the Warehouse Supervisor.

What you’ll do as a Warehouse Operator

• Always follow safety procedures and perform all tasks safely
• Follow company standards and regulations at all times
• Fill common carrier orders and follow delivery schedules for loading. 
• Complete shipping documents and receipts in the SAP database.
• Stage and organize materials and ingredients.
• Prepare finished products for shipment per procedure, load the trailers as per loading procedure and complete the loading paperwork.
• Coordinate bills of loading/pick tickets for deliveries.
• Assist in handling customer emergency requests for product or late shipments during off-hours.
• Complete shipping documentation for order revisions and to ensure customer service accuracy.
• Document, inspect and unload inbound products and materials per written procedures.
• Count physical inventory and conduct cycle counts of all material stored in the warehouse.
• Receive incoming materials and miscellaneous purchase orders, notifying appropriate personal.
• Maintain the warehouse and dock areas in a safe, orderly, and clean manner.
• Must be flexible with rotating shifts outside of the regular business hours, as work hours are subject to change.
• Certification required on numerous types of forklifts and fork trucks (or willing to obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Sorting and placing materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as batch, or product code.
• Special projects as directed by the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Other duties may be assigned depending upon operational needs.

Required qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• 1 - 4 years of related experience and/or training.
• Computer skills: knowledge of SAP systems, Microsoft Excel and Word software and online shipping procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be customer service oriented and skilled in positively resolving customer concerns.
• Responds proactively to requests for service and assistance.
• Paperwork demands attention to detail; computer proficiency preferred.
• Ability to prioritize, as required, and to handle detailed information and multiple tasks/priorities.
• Ability to be forklift certified required.

Preferred qualifications

• Customer service, distribution, or purchasing experience preferred.

Work Location/Schedule

• Primary location will be at Midwest 3PL and will be required at the plant warehouse to cover operator absences and/or workload as operational needs require.
• Schedule is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to dry and dusty and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold or extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Food Quality, Safety and Legality Commitment

Bio Springer North America Corporation (BSNAC) and its employees will ensure that all products meet quality, food safety and legality requirements in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and that food safety will never be compromised. BSNAC will utilize BRC Standards as our way of operation every day.  I understand that as an employee of BSNAC, this is part of my day-to-day responsibilities, in addition to the job description of my position.

Lesaffre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.