Shipping and Receiving Associate

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against packing lists and purchase orders.
• Unload and load trucks, ensuring products are handled safely and efficiently.
• Able to accurately document and track inventory.
• Prepare and package outgoing shipments, ensuring all items are securely packed and labeled correctly.
• Cook with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliation as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve any issues or discrepancies.

Minimum Education and Experience

• At least 1 year of continuous work experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations.
• Previous experience in operation of forklifts and other powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to pass forklift/pallet jack certification courses offered by Perdue.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• Ability to stand for an extended period and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs by reaching, bending, and pushing boxes.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
• May work in an environment with varying temperatures between 25 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May handle products varying in temperatures between 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.

Pay

This position has a base rate of $22.07 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

Benefits

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.