Entry Warehouse Team Member - 1st Shift Warehouse

About the Role

At Winland Foods, we believe excellence starts behind the scenes. Guided by our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, our Entry Warehouse Team Members play a crucial role in keeping our operations moving safely, smoothly, and efficiently. As an Entry Warehouse Team Member, you’ll be responsible for the accurate and efficient movement of goods and materials across warehouse, production, and packaging operations. This role is more than moving materials—it’s about keeping promises: to our customers, to our communities, and to one another.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other related equipment.
• Perform inspections on all equipment and maintain accurate documentation.
• Follow Department of Transportation (DOT) and safety regulations when applicable.
• Move materials and ensure FIFO rotation.
• Accurately and timely stage materials to prevent production downtime.
• Return materials to appropriate locations to ensure they are easily located.
• Handle recyclable materials according to plant processes.
• Deliver daily parcel shipments.
• Participate in inventory counts.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
• Follow proper storage procedures for allergens, kosher, and organic products.
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas and an audit-ready work environment.
• Promptly report any safety or quality concerns.
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Use computer systems (e.g., SAP) for inventory transfers and reporting.
• Maintain accurate material handling records.
• Participate in improvement projects.
• Actively participate in all required training.
• Participate in 5S efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Additional certifications (e.g., Forklift, Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement) a plus.
• Experience operating equipment like forklifts, box trucks, and SAP inventory management systems.
• Willingness to obtain required certifications (e.g., forklift, SAP, Train the Trainer, etc.).
• 18+ years of age.

Skills

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
• Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
• Good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.
• Normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including color perception.
• Adherence to all safety policies and use of required PPE.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm (Overtime as required)

Pay

$22.44 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with match
• STD/LTD/AD&D/Life
• HSA, FSA
• EAP
• Hospital indemnity
• Accident Insurance
• Identity and Fraud Protection Plan
• Legal
• Critical Illness

Location: 1 Quality Place, Buckner, KY 40010