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Warehouse Technician/Spotter - 1St Shift

Our HomeKankakee, IL

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

As a family of brands, it is Our Home's ethos to create and provide delicious, wholesome snacks to communities throughout the U.S. at a great value. We strive to create snacks that offer nourishment and a warm and welcoming sense of familiarity. Our Home is not just the house we live in, but the communities of which we are a part. Our Home gets the best snacks into hands, homes, and communities around the country so that we can flourish together.

We believe that a unified culture and shared values are essential to our success. At Our Home...

We have Growth Mindsets: We grow ourselves, our teams, and our company, both personally and professionally.

We embrace Integrity & Accountability: We do what we say we are going to do, and take ownership of our actions.

We Push the Boundaries: We challenge the status quo, and are creative problem solvers who win where others don't.

We believe that we are Stronger Together: Collaboration is at the center of what we do. We win and lose together.Our Home makes snacks for everyone and will continue to be known for flavorful snacks with better ingredients that satisfy every occasion and craving. We deliver this through our portfolio of household favorite snack brands, including Pop Secret, From The Ground Up, Food Should Taste Good, Popchips, RW Garcia, Good Health, Parm Crisps, Sonoma Creamery, and You Need This. Our Home is one of the fastest growing Better For You food brands in the country and this explosive growth requires great people with a passion for better-for-you snacks.We are seeking a dynamic Warehouse Technician/Spotter who will maintain and support warehouse operations, ensuring the efficient and safe movement of materials within our facility.  The successful candidate will also assist with equipment and ground spotting to ensure a smooth workflow in the loading and unloading processes.  Perform all inventory movements to include but not limited to staging ingredients and returning products from manufacturing lines, receiving, and outbound shipping.  Organization and traceability must be a focus for food safety. This is a first shift role with regular working hours of Monday-Thursday, 6am-4pm.Key Responsibilities

  • Assists the Inventory Control Coordinator in the daily receiving and shipping of all products.
  • Record keeping for traceability on issuing and returning materials to the manufacturing lines.
  • Responsible for carrying out daily assignments following all established SOPs.
  • Safely maneuver trucks and trailers within the yard, ensuring minimal risk to personnel and equipment
  • Direct drivers to appropriate loading and unloading areas
  • Maintain clear communication with warehouse and transportation teams regarding truck arrivals and departures
  • Assist with loading and unloading materials and goods as needed
  • Ensure work is done with compliance to all food safety, sanitation, and safety policies and procedures.
  • Adheres to the daily inventory controls.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by Our Home management.

Requirements

  • 2+ years ground spotting and forklift experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment is mandatory
  • Class A CDL preferred, but valid driver’s license required
  • Ability to do repetitive tasks, detail oriented, understanding of the food industry and safety standards
  • Exceptional grammar, writing, and documentation skills required. 
  • Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to coach coworkers for enhanced adherence to policy
  • Attention to detail, critical thinking and a sense of urgency is a must

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell
  • Regularly lift/move 50 lbs
  • Specific vision includes the following: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  • Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes/airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and vibration
  • Forklift Operation required
  • All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, safety issues, property or product damage or plant security issues to management for appropriate action.
  • All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF Food Safety Code.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • 401k Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Parental Leave
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability

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FAQs About Warehouse Technician/Spotter - 1St Shift Jobs at Our Home

What is the work location for this position at Our Home?
This job at Our Home is located in Kankakee, IL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Our Home?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Our Home?
Our Home lists this position under the following employment categories:
  • Alternate-schedule
  • Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Our Home?
Our Home is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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