Job Description
Business Unit Overview Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food.
Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. located in Klingerstown, Pennyslvania known for their ice cream socials at Klingerstown Lutheran Parish, fishing rodeo, and fireman's parade.
Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY We're seeking a reliable and detail-oriented
Egg Dock Receiving Associate to join our team! In this essential role, you'll help ensure the smooth and accurate delivery, shipment, and handling of egg products. You'll be the key point of contact for drivers, management, and coworkers-making sure shipments are properly received, logged, and moved to the right locations. Your work directly supports our commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Take personal responsibility for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace by following all safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory standards at all times.
- Accurately confirm and log incoming items, including material numbers, weights, and pallet quantities.
- Safely transport materials from the dock to designated plant locations using power jacks.
- Load and unload trailers based on instructions from the Breaking Manager, Supervisor, or Lead.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the dock area, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Inspect products to ensure they meet specifications and take corrective action when needed.
- Enter shipment and inventory data into the computer system accurately.
- Monitor and maintain dock security, both inside and outside the facility.
- Follow GMP and HACCP guidelines to maintain sanitary conditions and support SQF Level 3 certification.
- Report any conditions or practices that could impact food safety, product quality, or personnel safety.
- Foster a positive work environment through respectful communication and teamwork.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Capable of writing routine reports and communicating effectively with team members, vendors, and customers.
- Strong basic math skills, including the ability to work with fractions, decimals, percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
- Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to follow written, verbal, or diagrammed instructions.
- Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification
- Valid Driver's License
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS - Willingness and ability to obtain PIT certification if not already certified.
- Basic reading and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
- Basic arithmetic and computer skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to a changing work environment.
- Willingness to learn sanitation procedures, GMPs, and safety regulations.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Interest in learning breaking department procedures to support safe and efficient product flow.
- A combination of education and experience that enables successful performance of essential duties.
- Ability to operate specific tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Comfort using computers and familiarity with spreadsheet and word-processing software.
Note: This job description outlines the general responsibilities and qualifications for the role. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
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