Job Summary:
Retrieve, weigh, and palletize raw ingredients needed for seasoning batches according to the batch formula, using forklift, equipment, calibrated scales, tools, and laboratory equipment.
Responsibilities:
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Retrieve raw materials and ingredients from warehouse rack locations.
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Accurately weigh, label, and palletize seasoning batches needed for production.
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Follow the production schedule and complete the formulation of seasoning batches based on the order the batches will be produced.
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Operate forklift equipment.
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Properly seal and return all unused materials to the correct warehouse location.
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Other duties as assigned.
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High School diploma/GED required
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1 year warehouse experience required; food manufacturing preferred
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Experience picking, material handling, and order selection of materials preferred
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Prior forklift experience highly preferred; ability to operate forklift required
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Strong math skills
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Strong oral comprehension and expression skills
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Dependability with a sense of urgency
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Ability to pick up product with scoop repeatedly
- Stand for the duration of the shift
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Walk long distances
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Ability to climb on and off a Forklift repeatedly
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Able to work in confined spaces
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Push, pull, lift, & carry heavy product such as equipment, bags and drums weighing up to 100lbs
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Able to extend arms with hands over the head or at shoulder height
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Hold, grasp or turn with the use of hands
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Touch, pickup, and pinch with the use of fingers
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Kneel, stoop, or bend downwards and forward
- Ascend or descend ladders and platforms
- Stand, work, and walk at heights on platforms at least six feet or higher
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Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word. Convey detailed instructions to others
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Able to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as machinery alarms
- Near and far visual acuity required
- Work in an environment that is noisy, dusty and may contain spices with high heat intensity
- Withstand working in cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time
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Must be able to read and write English
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Able to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed