Cooler Operator
Dairy Farmers of America · Rensselaer, NY · 4 days ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Perform various warehouse and inventory related tasks in a cooler/refrigerated environment. Receive, process, store, move, and distribute items such as products, materials, ingredients, equipment, and supplies. Work within clearly defined processes and tasks to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload stacks, pallets, cases, and other items as assigned
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence (size, type, style, color, or product code)
- Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated areas
- Maintain organization, stock rotation, and neatness of all coolers and warehouse spaces
- Fill requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials and distribute to production workers
- Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and efficient loading onto trucks/trailers
- Verify accuracy of shipments, bills of lading, and product condition prior to loading
- Use a computer to scan or enter inventory data and maintain records
- Complete daily pick sheets, cycle counts, production take-backs, and assist with monthly/year-end inventory counts
- Monitor materials, products, and equipment at each step of the process and report irregularities to supervisor
- May sort, bundle, fill containers, or place items in assembled units
- May mark or label product loads
- May operate a forklift (including standing forklift) to load/unload trucks and move inventory
- Optimize space utilization and maintain a clean, safe working environment
- Follow all DFA GMPs and corporate/regulatory food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
- Report any quality issues to QA personnel
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 0 to 1 year of warehouse, distribution, production, or related experience
- May require forklift, walk-behind jack, or other related work certifications
Skills
- Able to work in a team environment and contribute to warehouse/cooler success
- Able to perform accurate basic math computations and inventory counts
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication (including legible writing)
- Able to perform routine machine adjustments
- Able to adapt to changing situations and perform assigned tasks
- Able to follow directions with accuracy and attention to detail
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Pay
$21.00 per hour