What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Loader position at Dole Food Company, Inc.?
COME GROW WITH DOLE!!!
Warehouse Loader Opportunity!
We are looking to add a member to our 2nd Shift Warehouse Team - We offer a great benefits package and opportunities to grow and hone your skills!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE
Warehouse Loader employees operate Forklifts performing unloading and loading of trucks. Transports product throughout the warehouse to store product in racking in a safe and responsible manner.
Position is considered "safety sensitive" which requires the passing of an independently administered drug screen
Why Should You Apply?
- This is direct hire position with benefits starting day 1 of employment!
- $20.11/hour paid bi-weekly
- You get on-the-job training opportunities to enhance your current skills/ abilities
- You get chances to move and grow within the organization
- You get to work within an organization that believes that every person we work with should have the opportunity to learn and develop their skills. That's why we encourage and support the growth and development of our employees and, wherever possible, look to fill positions by promotion and transfer from within the company.
- MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION
- Drive and operate forklift performing unloading and loading of trucks, transporting product throughout the warehouse, stacking, or storing product in racking.
- Able to work around equipment and machinery.
- Be able to perform other warehouse functions including picking, consolidating, and palletizer.
- Able to perform functions necessary on scanner.
- Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of management.
- Employee must adhere to all policies, practices, and SOP's related to producing Safe Quality Food (SQF)
- Ensure the integrity and continued operation of the food safety system in the event of organizational or personnel changes within the company or associated facilities
- Support special projects and other duties as assigned
For this role, you want to dress warm! You would be working in a cool environment with an average temperature of 34F. The work surfaces and floors may be wet and you would be working around different types of chemicals. There is a lot going on, like moving machinery, including conveyors and forklifts that are in operation in the immediate area, so noise levels are high. And we've got you covered! Safety is ALWAYS first, so we have protocols and protective equipment to help you be able to get the job done.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skill And Experience Requirements)
- Should be able to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Forklift experience required. A driving test will be conducted to determine experience level.
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements: Ability to bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds. (Notification required due to the
Americans with Disabilities Act). Able to work in a cold environment (34-35 degrees on Plant floor).
(Notification required due to the Americans with Disabilities Act).
What You'll Need to Start
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Forklift Experience
- Picking/ Selecting Experience
- Handheld Scanner Experience
- Experience in a food processing environment helpful but not required - we will train
- Ability to work weekends and overtime based on coverage needs
- Ability to bend, stoop and move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in a wet, cold and noisy environment with an average temperature of 34F
- A great work ethic
- A team player attitude
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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