Warehouse Technician

About the role

The Warehouse Technician – 3rd Shift plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of all Champion Petfoods' finished product within the Warehouse at their state-of-the-art pet food production facility in Auburn, Kentucky. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, this role involves receiving packaged product/finished goods from the Production department, stocking products efficiently, safely operating various types of equipment, performing order picking and refill processes, and supporting community events.

Responsibilities

• Receive packaged product/finished goods from the Production department, ensuring they meet established quality assurance standards.
• Stock the product in an efficient, orderly, and timely manner.
• Operate fork trucks (sit and stand), turret trucks, and electric pallet jacks (riders) in a safe and efficient manner, according to established Company policies and practices.
• Load and unload trucks from and to vendors/distributors.
• Perform order picking and refill processes to support outbound operations.
• Use hand-held scanners, enter correct information for product packaged into the Warehouse Management System.
• Ensure pallet license plates accurately display product information.
• Develop awareness and understanding of quality assurance standards.
• Support and represent Champion Petfoods in community sponsored events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years’ forklift experience and/or equivalent warehouse experience.

Qualifications

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about personal and professional growth and sees themselves as a key player contributing to the company's continued success. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and quality assurance.

Skills

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to operate various types of warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Available benefits include:

• Overtime
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company 401(K) Match Contributions
• Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month
• Shift Premiums

Pay

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $18.00 - $25.00 per hour, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

The Warehouse Technician – 3rd Shift works 3rd shift hours, which typically involve evening and night shifts.