Warehouse Operator

The Warehouse Operator is responsible for unloading incoming freight, loading outgoing
shipments, picking customer orders from inventory, and maintaining inventory in the warehouse
according to Bay State Milling procedures. Responsibilities include but are not limited to
operating stand-up and/or sit-down forklift, lifting up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis, standing,
walking, and bending throughout the entire shift, completing paperwork for a variety of
functions associated with inbound and outbound materials, as well as inventory in stock.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a high standard of safety throughout operations.
• Must understand and follow all company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOP’S) for the work area.
• Must understand and comply with the company Allergen Policy and procedures.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to follow directions both written and verbal.
• Scan and track incoming and outgoing orders.
• Unloading of inbound shipments.
• Ensure incoming material contents match manifest documents/BOL’s.
• Inspect receivables for defects, damages, or missing items.
• Receiving and sampling inbound raw materials as directed by Bay State Milling policy.
• Receiving bulk trailers/containers and completing tests on the product as directed by Bay

• Safety and operational inspection of forklifts and other equipment used in the operation

• Daily, weekly, monthly sanitation responsibilities in the warehouse.
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned.
  

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Forklift operator’s license

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS & ENVIRONMENT
Proficient in English speaking, reading, and writing
Ability to perform basic mathematic computations, including addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division.
Ability to accurately record lot numbers onto shipping documents or enter into computer system

EQUIPMENT & APPLICATIONS
Forklift, Radio, Computer, Phone, Fax, Copier

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to
write, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. An employee is frequently
required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and
the ability to focus. Some employees will operate fork lifts and other motorized equipment.
Employee will be in close proximity to moving, rotating, and/or motorized equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The primary work environment is a bulk food manufacturing environment. Daily operations
may expose the employee to machinery, airborne particles, dust, and heat. Allergens are present
throughout the plant and processes including but not limited to wheat based products, soy
products, dairy products, MSG, and other common allergens. Hearing protection is required in
certain areas of the plant

FOOD SAFETY / SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products. To ensure this, all
employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth
by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities. It is also vital
that all employees be aware of the work environment and when possible, prevent accidental or
intentional adulteration of products produced at this facility. As a result any employee has a
right to put product on hold if they have a concern. At the plant level, only the Quality
Assurance Manager and General Manager have the authority to release product on hold.