Warehouse Associate (3rd Shift)

JOB TITLE:  Warehouse Associate (3rd Shift)
FUNCTION: Warehouse
REPORTS TO: Warehouse Supervisor
LOCATION: Hilbert, Wisconsin
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
SCHEDULE: Sun-Thu 8:15pm - 6:15am
CURRENT BASE HOURLY RATE: $22.50/hr base + 15% Shift Differential = $25.87

Are looking for your next new challenge?

We have exciting opportunities available for a Warehouse Associate to join our team in Hilbert, Wisconsin on a permanent basis.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

As a Warehouse Associate you will operate a forklift and stack, organize and store product to meet customer specifications in compliance with company policy related to GMP’s and Safety.

In this role, your key duties will include:

• Operate the Stacking machine within Warehouse
• Stack product in accordance with customer expectations
• Use forklift to return product to racking
• Use appropriate material handling equipment to move product and materials from/to designated locations to support bulk activities in an efficient and safe manner.
• Efficiently load/unload /transport product.
• Assist in daily housekeeping and maintenance of department.
• Understand the safety culture and strive for 100% compliance concerning safety observations.
• Read and comprehend shipping and receiving reports and pick slips
• Consistent attendance and performance
• Adhere to all Company and Departmental procedures.
• Follow all Safety, Food Safety, GMP and HACCP practices.
• Be flexible with regards to working in any other positions in the warehouse as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous activities as directed to support the efficient operation of the department.

Successful candidates will need to be able to operate within a challenging but rewarding factory environment that is physically demanding and can entail repetitive tasks.

 

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to stand/walk for 10 consecutive hours
• Willingness to work in a food manufacturing environment with variable temperatures
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to use hands to grasp, grip and manipulate boxes or product
• Must be dependable and show a stable work history

Desired Qualifications

• Prior forklift experience
• Experience working in a warehouse
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic math, language and reading skills
• Basic computer skills
• Prior food manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER IN RETURN

At Ornua Ingredients North America, our Total Rewards package goes far beyond your paycheck. From day one, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits offering that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life Insurance, Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness coverage, 401(k) with company matching and 100% immediate vesting, Generous Paid Time Off, 20 weeks of Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Quarterly Incentive Bonus, Career Growth and advance opportunities, and Education Reimbursement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This role requires regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 60 pounds. Employees must be able to perform repetitive motions and safely operate equipment while following all safety and quality procedures.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a food manufacturing facility with variable temperatures — cooler warehouse areas and warmer production zones. The environment includes exposure to moving equipment, moderate to loud noise levels, and required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and hairnets.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Ornua is a purpose-driven, values-led co-operative creating value for Irish dairy farming families through our global operations. With 10 business units, 16 production facilities, and in-market teams across the world, we operate through two divisions — Ornua Foods, which markets our iconic consumer brands including Kerrygold and Pilgrims Choice, and Ornua Ingredients, which provides innovative, customized dairy ingredient solutions to our customers.

ORNUA VALUES

At Ornua, our Values guide us as we work together and care for each ot