Job Description
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY : Plan, organize, and participate in the daily operations of Dry, Freezer, and Cooler Warehousing, Shipping & Receiving, and Logistics. Clearly communicate in a friendly, professional manner and perform related work as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
- 3–5 years’ previous operations experience
- High school diploma (Associates Preferred)
- Forklift certification
- ERP experience
SKILLS, TRAITS, AND COMPETENCIES :
Inherent leadership capability to prioritize and assign tasks, meet deadlines, and change the course of action quicklyAnalytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving skillsWorks independently as well as be willing to follow directions and best practicesAsks appropriate and meaningful questions to gain a clear understanding of technical issues. Uses information to determine the appropriate course of action and the priority level of the issueMultitasks. Can handle multiple projects with changing priorities and frequent interruptions positivelyCollaborative. Demonstrates a desire and ability to work well within a teamAbility to work under pressure in a faced-paced environmentSelf-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reportingStrong commitment to quality customer serviceAbility to accurately sort, count, and verify items receivedBasic understanding of dock and warehouse proceduresGood organizational skills and attention to detailProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and / or inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reportsKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Lead and collaborate with team to contribute to success of department and company goalsLead and delegate tasks to team members to define projects, develop / document plans, and complete projectsPulling and issuing materials to the production departmentReceive materials and supplies from vendors, WIP, and finished goodsVerify physically all the material received in terms of lot numbers, quantity and quality of packagePrint drums / ingredients labels for all the product received according to shipping documents and COAsKeep updated all data entry in the system as needed (production – Finish Goods)Shipping of finished goods and other materialsParticipates in quarterly inventories and weekly cycle countsMaintains area to meet SQF and GMP requirementsAble to work occasional weekends, holidays, and eveningsReceives goods and verifies the quality and count of all items unloaded from trucks and trailers; checks against suppliers count and immediately reports discrepancies to carriers, supervisor, and purchasing officer per company policyVerifies and records all items loaded for shipmentsCarefully and accurately maintains shipping records for requested categories including goods returned, dunnage, and returnable palletsMaintains database of shipment data to ensure that customer orders are updated and that appropriate billing documents are provided to accounting or other associated departments as requiredNotifies supervisor of major discrepancies, over-shipments, or substitutionsTransports materials on shipping dock with a hand truck or other vehicle as neededLoads / unload trucks using a forkliftOther duties as assignedMust be able to bid lanes and compare the rates to the current rates provide monthly reports about if rates increase and how that would impact the cost of goods sold.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb or balanceMust be able to traverse distribution warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reachingMust be able to lift up to 60 poundsMust be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse, loading dock and freezerFFP COMPANY OVERVIEW :
FFP is an industry-leading taste and functional performance ingredient provider dedicated to “improving the food we eat by creating real ingredients from nature that work”. FFP’s plant-based food and beverage ingredients are designed to deliver flavorful and functional solutions that delight our customers and consumers. A commitment to Real, Simple, Better™ drives our innovation team to discover new on trend solutions. State-of-the-art facilities and customer application centers are strategically located throughout the USA, making customer collaboration simple. FFP is committed to positively contribute to long-term socioeconomic development, sustainable and ethical business practices, and creating a beneficial and respectful environment for its employees, customers, suppliers, and community. FFP is privately owned by Ardian and MidOcean Capital and is headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida. For more information, visit www.floridafood.com
As an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status.
