Loader

Reports to: Outbound Manager 

Position Summary 

Conducts day-to-day activities pertaining to burning(shrink-wrap), loading product for the shipping department, burning loading material correctly and in efficient manner.  Effectively delegate’s workload to department personnel. All while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. 

Essential Responsibilities 

 In addition to the Responsibilities of “Order Burner/Loader”: 

• Ensure designated equipment is in proper working condition (forklifts, pickers, crane, hand tools, etc.). 

• Effectively communicates with department supervisors. 

• Visually inspects all material to identify any non-conformances. 

• Ensure all material is protected from potential damage that could occur during transit. 

• Packages material securely. 

• Utilizes Pick Ticket information to accurately verify and record information on shrink-wrapped pallets. 

• Properly matches shipments to the loading forms ensuring vehicles are loaded with the correct material. 

• Photographs loaded product (photo verification). 

• Properly fills out information required on pick ticket and accompanying forms. 

• Attends safety meetings to identify departmental issues and discuss ways to correct them. 

• Identifies areas of improvement while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. 

• Duties are not limited to those described above and may be expanded as needed. 

Information and Activities Critical to Process Quality 

• Material Verification and Documentation: 

• Visual Inspection. 

• Markings on the shipment matches what is written on the Pick Ticket. 

• Identify non-conformances and notify department leads and shipping supervisor. 

• Segregate non-conforming product. 

Department Responsibilities 

• QMS: 

• Fully understands and maintains all expectations listed in the procedures and Work Instructions. 

• Follow Quality Policy and Department Processes. 

• Understands the process of identifying and segregating non-conforming product form good material. 

• Safety:  

• Utilize PPE as required. 

• Maintain the daily checklist on the picker/forklift. 

• Attend daily safety meetings. 

• Ongoing responsibility of creating and implementing a safe work environment. 

• Maintain clear aisle ways and organize racks and dock space. 

• Always aware of potential hazards in surrounding area. 

Qualifications 

• Speak and read English. Bilingual Spanish preferred. 

• 1+ years PVF industry experience. 

• Ability to read and understand industry specifications, charts, and tables 

• High school diploma or GED. 

• Basic computer skills. Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred. 

• Ability to drive forklift and secure certification. 

• Must have average reading, writing, and mathematical skills. 

• Capable of lifting 50 lbs. with back support. 

• Able to stand and operate a variety of equipment as assigned. 

• Takes initiative and can work independently. 

• Requires a high level of attention to detail. 

• Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.