Material Handler - Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way. We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions.

If you’re ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world. The company’s portfolio of brands includes Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami®, Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks.

Job Description

Hours : Monday-Thursday, 4 : 30 pm - 3 am

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Jack Links is seeking a Dock Attendant to add to our team at the distribution center in Underwood, IA. The Dock Attendant plays an essential role within the Jack Links Distribution Center.

This position is responsible for all dock activity / general warehouse functions within the ASRS warehouse including loading, unloading, receiving, shipping, put-away, dock transfers, pulling replenishments, and all other needed warehouse activities. This position will work very closely and require direct communication with the shag driver.

This position will also perform all duties safely and accurately while meeting productivity standards and goals. Other duties directed by leadership may be included such as participating in other areas of the business to ensure the overall effective function of the distribution center.

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following :

• Receiving (unloading) inbound trailers following all safety procedures and ensure all product received meet the defined requirements.
• Examination of loads to confirm / ensure they are within compliance to be placed into the ASRS and there are no overages, shortages, or damages. Pallets with concerns will be moved to a holding area until the issues can be addressed.
• Follow check in process ensuring all information is appropriately recorded into the WMS.
• Adherence to the put-away process whether that is within the ASRS or a Dock Transfer to the conventional warehouse.
• Shipping (loading) full pallets onto a trailer directly from the ASRS or loading built pallets from the wrapper following all safety procedures and Jack Link’s SOP’s.
• Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
• Report any unfixable / unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate incidents and injuries.
• Operate appropriate MHE, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and orderly manner to eliminate accidents and injuries.
• Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established SOPs.
• Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and down time.
• Use warehouse computers and equipment in a safe and professional manner to avoid damage to equipment.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies.
• Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Plan
• Has proficient knowledge of the process to facilitate and assist with the optimal flow in and out of the DC.
• Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
• This is a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift dedicated position although flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends, is required when necessary.
• Be a collaborator. Work in a professional manner with all customers, DC team members, and all departments within the facility.
• Performs other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS : Required Education :

Required Experience :

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :

Additional Information

The starting rate for this role is  $19  (Hourly).  Actual wages will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify

Jack Link's provides the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. IMPORTANT : If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and / or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. We may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, we use E-Verify’s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) photograph. If you believe that your employer has violated its responsibilities under this program or has discriminated against you during the verification process based upon your national origin or citizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at 1-800-255-7688 (TDD : 1-800-237-2515).