Flat Storage Crew - 12-Hour Night Shift

The Flat Storage employee is responsible for assisting with the receiving, handling, processing, and movement of bulk ingredients and warehouse materials associated with the Feed Mill. This position operates heavy equipment and processing machinery to safely unload, transport, and process bulk products before they are delivered to the Feed Mill for further processing. The position also assists with the breakdown and disposal of boxes and other packaging materials. This is a physically demanding position performed in a non-climate-controlled environment and may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, noise, and various feed ingredients.

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 5:30 pm - 5:30 am, 4-3 rotation.

Essential Job Functions

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Receive and unload bulk ingredient deliveries from trucks using appropriate material-handling equipment.
• Operate equipment including forklifts, tractors, feed mixers, turbo separators, and grinders to safely move and process bulk ingredients.
• Process bulk ingredients according to established procedures and ensure products are delivered to the Feed Mill in a timely manner.
• Operate equipment such as box cutters and balers to break down and process boxes, containers, and other packaging materials.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and properly dispose of processed materials and waste.
• Monitor equipment and report maintenance, safety, or operational concerns promptly to management.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures while operating equipment and working around machinery, vehicles, and other hazards.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Work collaboratively with team members while also performing assigned tasks independently.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous material-handling or warehouse experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts, tractors, and other heavy equipment.
• Dependable with strong attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work 12-hour alternating shifts.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also performing tasks independently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, machinery, vehicles, and moving materials.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment and in varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is physically demanding and safety sensitive. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds frequently and perform repetitive lifting and handling of materials.
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Bend, kneel, crouch, squat, climb, reach, and perform other physical movements as required to complete assigned tasks.
• Safely operate heavy equipment and machinery, including forklifts, tractors, mixers, grinders, and turbo separators.
• Perform repetitive movements involving both hands and feet while operating equipment and performing routine production activities.
• Safely navigate warehouse areas, loading areas, uneven surfaces, elevated areas, and other work environments.
• Work at heights and climb ladders or other designated access points as required.
• Maintain awareness while working around heavy equipment, machinery, trucks, moving materials, and other workplace hazards.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled environment that may be extremely hot, cold, humid, noisy, or dusty.
• Work in environments containing dust and various bulk ingredients, which may include peanuts, corn, wheat, dog food, candy products, rice, and other materials.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable to the assigned task and work environment.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness, with or without reasonable accommodation, to safely operate equipment, identify hazards, receive instructions, and communicate with coworkers.
• Work overtime or extended hours as needed to meet operational requirements.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs change.

Questions regarding job responsibilities or expectations should be directed to the Flat Storage Supervisor or Human Resources.