Warehouse/Cooler Operator 2nd Shift- White Bear

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 while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload stacks, cases, pallets, and other items as assigned.
• Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequences (e.g., 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 them to production workers.
• Accurately pull and prepare customer orders for shipping and efficient loading onto trucks/trailers.
• Verify shipment accuracy by checking bills of lading and product condition before loading.
• Use a computer to scan or enter inventory data and maintain accurate records.
• Complete daily pick sheets, cycle counts, production take-backs, and assist with monthly and year-end inventory counts.
• Monitor materials, products, and equipment at each step of the process and report irregularities to a supervisor.
• Operate a forklift (including standing forklifts) to load/unload trucks and move inventory.
• Sort, bundle, and fill containers or place items in assembled units; apply identifying labels as needed.
• Follow all DFA GMPs and corporate/regulatory food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Report any quality issues to QA personnel.
• Optimize space utilization and maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings, including drug, background, and criminal checks.
• Ability to stand, walk, pull, push, reach, and bend for the entire shift.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and assisting with heavier lifts; manually stack and move cases up to 6-8 cases high.
• Ability to work in a wet environment and temperatures of 35-40°F.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Minimum six months of experience operating a forklift in a high-efficiency environment.
• Minimum six months of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift and pallet jack operator’s certification required.
• Must pass a written and driving forklift skills test.

Pay

$25.47/hour