Warehouse Forklift Operator Meherrin Agricultural and Chemical

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4 Lubbock, TX Job Details Full-time $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid jury duty Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Military leave Paid time off Paid military leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications Labeling Basic math Moving Forklift High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Warehouse experience Manufacturing Technical Proficiency Material handling equipment operation Full Job Description This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Lubbock, TX.

Warehouse Forklift Operator Shift:

7AM

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PM Starting Pay:

$19.00 per hour The Company Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer. Job Purpose Warehouse personnel of Hampton Farms are involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. Warehouse personnel need to have an overall understanding of receiving practices, shipping practices, loading / unloading material or product. Warehouse Personnel must know the location of each storage facility, inspection techniques, final product disposition, storage, proper packaging and labeling used at Hampton Farms. Being a producer of peanut butter, Warehouse personnel are aware of risks involved with regard to proper packaging, unloading and loading techniques (not damaging product, raw material, or packaging supplies), proper storage, and forklift safety. Warehouse personnel must maintain a clean and sanitary warehouse environment and must be familiar with the activity on the production floor to react if a crisis arises and primarily work independently. This position is for the Lubbock location and reports directly to the Production Supervisor. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work assigned shift in our peanut roasting, peanut butter producing and packaging facilities. This is a food manufacturing environment. Work with minimal oversight and willing to follow directions closely. Maintains incoming goods, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing programs, operational, and company policies and procedures. Assist the Warehouse with inventory levels by conducting physical counts, reconciling with data storage system.

Conduct month end inventory:

Raw and Finished Product Rework Product Packaging Material Pallet Inventory Product in transit or parked on the property ready to be unloaded Damaged inventory Complete warehouse operational requirements such as GMP's, Master Sanitation and any Food Safety requirements. Work with the Production Team on materials needed for each production day. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Engage in measures of improvement and development of the warehouse. Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team. Operate a forklift truck. Load and unload shipments according to schedule. Assist with checking in and signing out drivers Helping with drivers/paperwork for both inbound and outbound loads Maintaining files/records for orders/

BOL's/paperwork Skills and Competencies:

Knowledge of products; Basic math skills; Computer skills (MSOffice products) is a requirement; Attention to detail, strongly desired; and previous forklift and or warehouse experience preferred. Utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) i.e. NetSuite, to maintain real-time inventory accuracy, manage order fulfillment, and ensure proper lot tracking and traceability. Perform any other duties that are asked of them by the supervisors/managers (Even if the task does not pertain to their position). Open and flexible to occasional fluctuating/flexing hours based on business need and customer order shipment scheduling. Committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision, and values. Job Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities can perform the essential functions. Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this job classification are as follows: Heavy work exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Education and/or

Experience Required:

High School diploma or equivalent. Must be willing to work in production and manufacturing environments. At least 1 year of forklift operator experience Must be able to successfully E-Verify, background check and drug screen.

Desired:

Manufacturing experience is helpful. Any experience in food manufacturing and GMP knowledge is a plus. 2+ years of forklift experience is a plus. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations None Required. Safety and/or sanitation certifications in manufacturing a plus. Work Environment A food manufacturing atmosphere that requires employees to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present. This position will primarily function indoors; however, working outdoors will be required as needed so exposure to fluctuating temperatures and weather should be expected. Warehouse storage atmosphere with multiple forklifts operating at a given time and occasional pedestrian traffic to be aware of. Competencies

• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Strong written and verbal skills. Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure understanding of information being shared.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Benefits Health Insurance Life Insurance Disability Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance (EAP) Teladoc 401K Match Paid Vacation and Personal Days Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave Military Leave Jury Duty Leave Core Values "Equip" Environment

• we will promote a work environment that encourages and nourishes creativity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect with our customers, vendors and each other. We are responsible to care for God's creation by treating the natural environment with proper caution and wisdom. Quality
• all our products and services must reflect quality (creativity and care). We must constantly find ways to improve our products and services to meet our customer's needs and exceed their expectations. Understanding
• we understand that the pressures facing our employees and their families are never ending. Everyone has family outside of their "work family", and we encourage them to set proper priorities in their lives. We will seek to find ways to promote a family friendly workplace. Integrity
• honesty and truth are absolutes in the way we conduct business with our customers, vendors, and employees. Ultimately, God is the source of truth and our actions should reflect such integrity. People
• our people are the greatest asset, which is not reflected on our balance sheet. They drive the health of our financial results. We are striving to find people who are passionate about our Company, and find their place in the company where they can grow, flourish, and excel. EOE

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Equal Opportunity Employer For Additional Information Visit:

www.hamptonfarms.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Warehouse:

1 year (Preferred)

Forklift:

1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person