Utility Operator

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About the role

The Utility Operator supports warehouse operations by accurately picking, staging, rotating, loading, unloading, and transporting inventory and trailers in accordance with HP Hood, SQF, DOT, OSHA, and safety standards. The role requires operating in a fast-paced warehouse environment, using voice/wireless headset systems, following FIFO procedures, performing vehicle and trailer safety checks, maintaining product quality, removing damaged goods, keeping work areas and trucks clean and safe, and assisting with yard vehicle movement and other assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Accurately identify, select/pick, and send corrugated and non-corrugated inventory using a wireless headset system.
• Manually remove product from conveyor system, stage, and rotate product following FIFO (first in, first out) methods in an efficient manner to maintain production flow requirements.
• Push/Pull stacks of milk cases with repetition.
• Load trucks according to HP Hood standards while reviewing load instructions to verify that the correct product(s) are loaded into assigned trailers.
• Maintain a pace of work that is safe and efficient while meeting team expectations.
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment, including the interior of trucks.
• Unload trucks and trailers using a hook or pallet jack and wash trailers/trucks after unloading empty cases.
• Receive finished products and production materials following SQF guidelines.
• Continuously check for and remove damaged goods to ensure only quality products are shipped to customers and ensure proper disposal of damaged goods.
• Complete walk-around safety checks of all vehicles, including wheels, doors, checking reefer units (on/off), load bars, and more.
• Complete each route by loading bi-products into the trailer and placing a seal to secure/finalize the order.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
• Assign work using Voice Picking System.
• Local vehicle operations involving positioning and moving trucks and trailers on and between warehousing facilities.
• Maintain all required certifications required by DOT and OSHA and company safety programs.
• Operate vehicles at all times in a safe and efficient manner, abiding by all Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Transport trailers in the yard.
• Serve as a backup for other shippers/receivers and their duties.

SQF Requirements

• Maintain food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and keeping the work area sanitary.
• Comply with SQF forms by conducting routine temperature checks and ensure that all trailers containing product/material are sealed.
• Monitor incoming goods.
• Maintain food legislation requirements.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Excellent hand/foot-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Good basic math and reading skills.
• Good oral communication and human relations skills.

Physical Requirements

• Constant (100% of time):
  • Walk
  • Stand for long periods (up to 8 hours)
  • Work in refrigerated and non-refrigerated areas with temperature variations from 34-85 degrees Fahrenheit
• Frequently (up to 66% of time):
  • Push & Pull up to approximately 200 lbs of drag weight with a hook without assistance
  • Lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs
  • Bending, Twisting, & Stretching
  • Exposure to all weather conditions
• Occasionally (up to 33% of time):
  • Push & Pull wheeled weight up to approximately 1000 lbs
  • Lift heavy loads (up to 100 lbs)
  • Sitting: only when assigned to operate vehicles, forklifts, or similar equipment
  • Squat/Kneel/Climb
  • Work with arms outstretched to the front
  • Pushing/pulling under 75 lbs without assistance frequently

Schedule

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Sunday and one rotating day off. Must be able to work any 5 days per week on a Sunday through Saturday schedule, including holidays and additional days as needed for coverage. Must be available to cover call-ins, overtime, and short notice requests to support critical situations. This role also provides coverage for full-time employees during vacations and assists during periods of new hire onboarding and training.

Pay

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The pay range for this position is $29.59 - $33.24 USD.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing development and advancement opportunities