Warehouse Clerk (1st shift)

Position: Warehouse Clerk (1st shift) 
Department: Warehouse (Shipping) 
Reports To: Team Lead
Salary Type: Non-Exempt
Location: Irwindale, CA 
Pay: $22.00 an hour 

Groupe Bonduelle is a company that is making a positive impact. 

Groupe Bonduelle is the world leader in ready-to-use plant-rich food. By joining our company you will have an opportunity to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health. 

Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas is the U.S. business unit of France based Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA). We are the first business unit of Groupe Bonduelle to become a Certified B Corporation. We operate three processing facilities throughout the U.S. and employ nearly 3,000 Associates who focus on producing and bringing to market fresh vegetable products, prepared salads and plant-rich meal solutions. 

Groupe Bonduelle is a 170 year old French family-owned company that has been at the forefront of plant based food innovations since 1853. Our ready-to-use plant-rich food products are grown on 168,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. The company currently employees more than 11,000 Associates globally. 

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Clerk’s responsibilities include but are not limited to verifying delivered items, unloading trucks, ensuring items are stored correctly, and processing returns. Assign drivers routes needing coverage and follow up to ensure timely dispatch. Make sure all paperwork and systems are up to date and accurate. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensure compliance with and maintain all GMP/PPE/Safety, SQF, HACCP & Sanitation guidelines and processes.
•  Build loads in JDE/TMS for the next shift loading and ensure all paperwork required by shipping is in the
• proper sequence and the pertinent notes made on the Pick Lists.
•  Check the Bill of Lading (BOL) to ensure it matches the Pick List.
•  Be certain that the driver has all paperwork for his/her route (BOL, Route Manifest, Miller trip
• report) and make sure the driver is aware of any special requests.
•  Ensure trailers are secured with a glad hand lock
•  Confirm and report reefer trailer set point and condition
•  Keep the dispatch board current.
•  Keep all tracking sheets current (Transportation Update).  Call drivers and carriers as needed to get
• all times required.
• Scan driver’s BOL/Manifest  packets to network 
•  Schedule all inbound loads delivering, check in drivers and assign dock doors. Post inbound schedule for
• warehouse receivers. Adjust UOM variances for loads received. 
•  Separate and file all packing lists for raw product and packing supplies. Receive pallet, temp tail, and freight lines on the P.O. 
•  Enter requisitions needed (MHS, iGPS, Chep, Temp tale, etc.) and coordinate pick-ups for recycling, IFCO racks, broken pallets, and iGPS.
•  Move product accepted by Quality to stock. Maintain stock for non-inventory items.
•  Update R7R, KPI, and Warehouse Scorecard. 
•  Communicate all shorts and BOL discrepancies to Demand Planning. 
•  Receiving and signing for deliveries.
•  Processing returns for incorrect or unsatisfactory items.
•  Organizing and storing received items in appropriate areas. Comparing purchase orders with invoices
• and packaging lists.
•  Inspecting deliveries to ensure they match order and invoice criteria.
•  Updating inventory with received items.
•  Communicating with vendors regarding delays or problems.
•  Maintaining records of orders, delivery details, etc.
•  Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• GED/High School Diploma Preferred.
• Reading, Writing, Speaking English Preferred. 
• Excellent computer skills (word/excel).
• Knowledge of GMPs & Safety Guidelines.
• Good communication and Customer service/telephone skills.
• Ability to work in a cold environment (limited exposure).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be crossed trained & multitask in multiple positions.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with co-workers and outside vendors.

Desired Qualifications:

• Other skills, systems experience, competencies (results oriented…), computer abilities
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate up and down the organization
• A proven track record of results with a bias for action
• A passion for learning and a craving to work in a fun culture

Physical Work Environment: 

While performing the duties of this job, this position entails use of ladders and catwalks to reach production equipment, regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold for extended periods of time. The associate frequently works in high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 

Bonduelle Fresh Americas does not require employees to be COVID-19 vaccinated and/or boostered at this time, but does require disclosure of vaccination status and supporting documents. Bonduelle Fresh Americas reserves the right to modify any internal policies, including safety policies, as needed and in compliance with all applicable laws.

Bonduelle Fresh Americas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to create a workforce that truly reflects our communities. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to veterans and individuals with disabilities or special needs during the application process and employment. If you need assistance, please contact us at 626-856-8686 or bfa-info@bonduelle.com.