Warehouse Associate

We have positions available for Forklift driving, Sanitation, and Utility.

Forklift Position
"Accountability #1 (50%): Forklift Operator
Supplies Fruit and all raw materials to the assigned production line in a timely manner.
Returns all empty bins to the proper storage location.
Feeds fruit to the specified line making sure that quality meet specification.
Picks up pallets of case goods, supplies, etc. and transports them.
Collects and organizes the bin tags for proper reporting to production control.
Ensures bin tags are turned in to line operator by item produced.
Ensures that the floors are clean around the dumping areas on the production line assigned.
Maintains fuel, oil and water supply in forklift.
Provides relief for personnel as needed.
Maintains correct product availability to production line as directed.
Must be certified to operate a forklift. Picks up self dumping hoppers, bins (full and empty), pallets of cased goods, packaging supplies, fruit, chemicals, and transports them.
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Must be able to work regularly scheduled and unscheduled overtime including weekend if/when necessary to meet company goals.
Perform other duties as required.
Actively participates in Continuous Improvement Program (CIP)
QUALITY ASSURANCE:
Ensures product supplied meet production specification.
Properly marks product or materials as directed with NC/ WIP/FG codes or other marks.
Completes records as necessary.
Knows and follow company GMP’s
Knows and follow Food Safety Policies
Performs proper cleaning.
Keeps work area clean and orderly using common cleaning utensils
Cleans up production area and elsewhere at end of shift as directed.
Performs daily check of Forklift prior to driving.
Cleans forklift daily and as required.
Completes Forklift check form, turning into supervisor as well as verbal or written notification of potential forklift issues.
Knows and follow Forklift Policies while driving (seat belt, safety goggles)
WILL NOT operate a lift if it is not in proper safe working condition.
Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area, including following written procedures for safe handling of materials.
Accountability #2 (30%): Communications
Promptly informs Supervisor of known or anticipated problems
Ensures clear and timely communication with production staff to maximize productivity and minimize down time
Acts as a problem solver and a team player
Must have good written and verbal communication skills
Plays an active role on quality management teams within the organization"

Sanitation Position
"ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Knowledge of nature and properties of sanitation chemicals.
Keeps work area clean and orderly using common cleaning equipment, preps equipment for cleaning.
Operates cleaning equipment such as, HPLV, steam injected water line, soap dispensers, and sanitizer dispensers.
Must be familiar with safe machine operations where machinery must be cleaned while running.
Familiar with lock out/tag out locations and procedures.
Cleans and maintains production area in proper sanitation condition at shift end.
Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area, including written procedures for safe handling and use of chemical compounds.
May operate forklift on a limited basis.
Removes excess material or refuse as directed.
Weighs and label bins.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to work regularly scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Performs other duties relating to overall effort as directed.
Complies and understands GMPs.
Active participant in Continuous Improvement Program (CIP)."

Utility
"Responsibilities
Must be able to stand for extended periods, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, stooping
Must be able to work regularly scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Frequent bending, stooping, mounting and dismounting of forklift.
Must be a self-starter and motivated.
Must be able to read and write in English.
Must be able to work under a timeline and meet that timeline.
Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to keep focus under stressful situations.
Must be trained in the nature and properties of sanitation chemicals.
Must set an example for company values.
High integrity with a can-do attitude.
Ability to work night shift"