Warehouse Operator 2nd Shift

Job Description

 

Here, we boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and sensorial experiences, we create essential solutions - from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients, and solutions for products people crave. With more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we're poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn't be the same. 

 

IFF in Gibson City, IL has an exciting opportunity for a Warehouser to join our team! 

 

The position is responsible for completing all necessary tasks required to perform safe storage of product and ingredient inventory and to ship and receive product inventory into and out of the Company's warehouses. 

 

You will be responsible for...

• Communicating clearly in English both verbally and in written 
• Wearing appropriate required safety gear 
• Attending shifts as assigned regularly and reliably
• Working overtime as scheduled or directed 
• Operating computers to access/utilize company e-mail and procedures and to inspect the equipment 
• Demonstrating awareness of/compliance with all pertinent safety polices and procedures 
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment to maintain food grade status 
• Operating powered industrial truck in a safe manner to move product
• Operating and locking out equipment (I.e. automatic and semi-automatic stretchwrapper and inverter)
• Direct movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas 
• Loading and unloading conveyances utilizing fork trucks and by human hand 
• inspecting incoming materials for completeness and quality
• Picking product from storage areas and placing it in load staging utilizing Turret and Forklifts 
• Properly posting of inventory data into SAP and other inventory data base systems and properly recording this information onto documentation forms 
• Working as part of an empowered Logistical team striving to exceed customer expectations by utilizing their efforts and the efforts of their team members and resources to their fullest 
• Performing job duties in a manner that follow food safety and quality guidelines including by not limited to HACCP, GMPs, QA Policies, Sanitation, and Pest Control 
• Reporting pertinent information to appropriate company personnel 
• Preparing products for shipment
• Validating accuracy and maintaining records on incoming and outgoing shipments
• Prepping and repairing conveyances for loading and unloading 
• Hand stacking of product onto pallets to maximize total container cubic footage
• Preparing orders per work instructions, which may mean special labeling (by hand), wrapping, repalletization, and protection of the product
• Determining routing and legal load limits of trucks based on state guidelines 
• Inspecting physical condition of product, warehouse and equipment
• Carrying out shipping priorities determined by shipping notices, bills of loading, invoices, orders, and other records
• Carrying out work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules
• Performing other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

 

• Ability to drive forklifts and lift 50 pounds above head continuously for 8-hours per day 
• Class A CDL license
• Participate in work related training programs including qualification assessments and adhere to Company Core Values
• Skilled in counting and recording inventory into manual and electronic data bases
• Certified in Forklift driving 
• Knowledge of products and General Maintenance Practices for storage of food grade inventories
• High-School Diploma or GED equivalent or 3-years Warehouse experience 

 

While we are interested in all qualified candidates with the potential to work in the United States, we are not able to sponsor visas. Additionally, to qualify for this position, you must be proficient in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.