What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handling Labor -1st Shift position at Mid South Produce Distributors, Inc?
Our Material Handling Laborer is responsible for using a forklift, electric pallet jack, and/or other power equipment to load, unload, move, stack, stage and count pallets and materials. Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, and storing as required. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle.
- Load/Unload material and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
- Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
- Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
- Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
- Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
- Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
- Help maintain a safe and orderly environment for the facilities.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age with a High School diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of forklift and electric pallet jack experience.
- Must be able to maneuver through warehouse area and lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Must be comfortable working in a refrigerated climate-controlled environment with average temperatures between 34 and 55 degrees.
- Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background screening and/or drug screening.
The starting salary for this position is $18.75 per hour plus an additional $5.09 per hour in cash fringe benefits for a maximum hourly rate of up to $23.84 with the possibility of additional weekly performance incentives.
*Cash fringe benefits may be used to purchase Medical/Health Insurances or any other voluntary coverages or may be used as an additional cash hourly benefit. *
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
Military Produce Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Military Produce Group does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, military or disabled veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or genetic information.
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