Sr Material Handler

We are hiring a Sr. Material Handler to support our distribution center located in Walton, KY.

Shift: 1st

Who we are!

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit ~~~.

What we are looking for

We are hiring a Sr. Material Handler to support our distribution center located in Walton, KY. This position is responsible for supporting the distribution of goods within a cold storage facility and ensuring maximum efficiency, quality, and customer service in the most cost-efficient manner. As directed by leadership, the incumbent will ensure that the day-to-day operations of the facility and shuttle operations are executed properly and that all goods are maintained and distributed according to Company and government guidelines.

• Utilizes best inventory practices to include issuing, receiving and handling as well as storing product in the consumable products industry in a frozen environment.

• Works with Deployment and the Demand teams to ensure fill rate standards are met while meeting inventory level expectations.

• Ensures cycle counts are reconciled to account for any variances. Maintains operational efficiencies for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments. Uses computer to retrieve product codes part numbers product quantities location information etc.

• Holds 3rd party providers accountable for contractual obligations and service agreements including but not limited to space, third party labor, loading of trucks, management of inventory as well as damaged product and other associated waste.

• Moves route trucks into place for loading/unloading (if applicable).

• Builds and processes customer orders through Schwan's Warehouse/Sales Management System electronically. Verifies that drivers have proper paperwork and ensures that trucks and trailers are properly loaded.

• Ensure that all material handling and transportation equipment is properly maintained.

• Conduct facility, pallet, and material audits.

• May schedule defrosting and maintenance of trucks and trailers as needed.

• Other duties as assigned which may include general maintenance work around the facility.

• Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission values code of ethics policies and other standards of conduct.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Years of Related Experience

2+ years of related experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Intermediate communication skills (both written and verbal); Intermediate computer PC skills; Basic math and reading skills; Strong attention to detail; Must be able to work in freezers with subzero temperatures. Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours per day. Valid Driver's License required. The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin or other protected class.

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