Kemps LLC
Cooler/Warehouse Operator
Kemps LLC, Rockford, Illinois, United States, 61103
Kemps has immediate job openings for Cooler/ Warehouse Operators to perform an array of functions including setting up loads for shipping, loading and unloading trailers, pulling finished pallets stacker, inventory control, assisting warehouse personnel, and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Use trailer safety automatic wheel chocksTake samples for Quality Control LaboratoryUsing the yard truck to move trailers for loading and unloadingAccurately complete all associated recordsComply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)Comply with SQF and Company Guidelines to produce safe and quality product.Perform other duties as assigned.Work Environment
Work environment is hot/cold/wetWork environment is indoors and outdoorsWork environment has consistent loud noisework environment contains stairs and elevated work surfacesKemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Kemps, we create are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
OUR COOLER/WAREHOUSE OPERATOR FOR THIS POSITION START AT:
26.98 per hourSCHEDULE: Sunday - Tuesday, Friday - Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
DAYS OFF: Wednesday - Thursday
BENEFITS:
Union 401(k) with company contributionHealth InsuranceCompetitive payPaid vacation and holidaysCareer growth opportunities - we promote from within!Comprehensive healthcare benefitsEmployee referral programUniforms providedWork for dairy farm familiesSkills Required
Ability to communicate openly, clearly, and effectively orally and in writingAbility to read, write, and understand English documentation.Ability to support team environmentAbility to work independentlyPhysical Skills Required
Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds frequentlyAbility to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually entire shiftAbility to climb and maintain balanceAbility to use hands extensivelyAbility to operate forklift with certificationEducation Experience
High school diploma or GED requiredExperience in the dairy industry preferredMust be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalMust be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checksMust be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 poundsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to be able to work in a wet environmentMay have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicalsMust be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Use trailer safety automatic wheel chocksTake samples for Quality Control LaboratoryUsing the yard truck to move trailers for loading and unloadingAccurately complete all associated recordsComply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)Comply with SQF and Company Guidelines to produce safe and quality product.Perform other duties as assigned.Work Environment
Work environment is hot/cold/wetWork environment is indoors and outdoorsWork environment has consistent loud noisework environment contains stairs and elevated work surfacesKemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Kemps, we create are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
OUR COOLER/WAREHOUSE OPERATOR FOR THIS POSITION START AT:
26.98 per hourSCHEDULE: Sunday - Tuesday, Friday - Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
DAYS OFF: Wednesday - Thursday
BENEFITS:
Union 401(k) with company contributionHealth InsuranceCompetitive payPaid vacation and holidaysCareer growth opportunities - we promote from within!Comprehensive healthcare benefitsEmployee referral programUniforms providedWork for dairy farm familiesSkills Required
Ability to communicate openly, clearly, and effectively orally and in writingAbility to read, write, and understand English documentation.Ability to support team environmentAbility to work independentlyPhysical Skills Required
Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds frequentlyAbility to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually entire shiftAbility to climb and maintain balanceAbility to use hands extensivelyAbility to operate forklift with certificationEducation Experience
High school diploma or GED requiredExperience in the dairy industry preferredMust be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalMust be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checksMust be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 poundsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to be able to work in a wet environmentMay have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicalsMust be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
An Equal Opportunity Employer