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 delegates 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.