Warehouse Operator - 1st Shift

Where Your Career Becomes Family About West Liberty Foods Our mission is to be a leading food manufacturer by converting needs, ideas and expertise into value for our members, business partners and consumers. West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company®, and we're right in your backyard. Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team that becomes family! Opportunity Overview Position Detail Information Job Title Warehouse Operator Location Tremonton, UT Shift 1st Starting Base Hourly Wage $20.25 per hour Shift Premium None Job Summary Warehouse Operator is responsible for operating the powered industrial truck and forklift to move product, equipment, or materials. Key Responsibilities Responsible for operating a powered industrial truck and forklift safely. Responsible for pre-operational inspections of the powered industrial truck and forklift. Operate a scanner and learn the required transaction process. Responsible for picking both fresh and frozen products. Responsible for loading and unloading trucks along with completing the necessary documentation. Maintenance and good housekeeping duties. Responsible for cooler and freezer operations. Repair and sort pallets as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Job Requirements Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of related experience is preferred. Experience in food manufacturing or processing is a plus. Previous experience operating a powered industrial truck and/or forklift.

Age:

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Authorization:

Must be authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorships are available.

Certification:

Must be able to become certified on operating equipment including powered industrial trucks and forklift.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills:

Must be able to problem solve and perform basic math. Must be able to work independently without constant supervision. Must have good attention to detail.

Physical Abilities:

Ability to stand for long periods. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including above the head and below the waist.

Environmental:

Ability to work in varying temperature conditions including cold temperatures.

Flexibility:

Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed. Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.

Compliance:

Must practice good personal hygiene. Candidates must successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen, physical and E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Employer West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.

The following benefits are available:

Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage Paid Time Off Life Insurance Short Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program Educational Assistance Program Discount Benefits Additional Voluntary Benefits To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our careersite at https://careers.wlfoods.com/.

Shift:

First