Job Description

Position : Warehouse Worker 1st ShiftLocation : St. Albans VermontRequisition ID: : 17117General PurposeUnder supervision of the Production Supervisor load trucks maintain inventory locations clean warehouse room and perform any other activities as directed.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Safely operate a forklift including a standing forklift to load and unload trucks and move inventory from one location to anotherWill work closely with pack room operator to keep the pack room flowing.Perform routine machine adjustmentsAccurately maintain inventory records and paperworkAssist with monthly inventory counts year-end inventory counts and cycle counts as requiredAccurately maintain shipping paperworkAssist with powder sampling in accordance with U.S.D.A. guidelinesMaintain safe work habits wear personal protective equipment obey safety rules and overall contribute to a safe work environmentAttend required training including but not limited to GMPs HAACP SQF Safety etc.Follow all DFA GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory food safety quality and sanitation requirementsFirmly adhere to the values and ethics of DFA. Exhibit honesty discretion and sound judgmentThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee but is not a complete list of responsibilities duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.This is a FIRST shift position.Must be flexible and able to work any day of the week; holidays and weekends are a must.Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDCertification and/or License -- forklift certification preferredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesAble to work in a team oriented environment and contribute to the overall success of the warehouse teamAble to perform accurate basic math computations and inventory countsAble to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing (including legible writing)Able to perform routine machine adjustmentsAble to show willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; able to present options and ideas to enhance current processes or proceduresAble to take on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be doneAble and willing to work with others collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with othersAble to adapt to changing situations and perform all tasks when and where assignedAble and willing to perform tasks and duties without constant supervisionAble to maintain a positive "can do" outlook rebound quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness and maintain composure and a friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situationsMust be able to read and write EnglishBenefitsDFA offers an excellent benefit package including health dental vision fully funded pension and more.EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran