Job Description:
Shift: Third Shift
Position Overview:
The Freezer Lead under the supervision of the Warehouse/ Freezer Supervisor, performs a variety of warehouse
duties that may include taking inventory, packing, pulling/checking customer orders, replenishments, shipping
and material handling. Checking route sales inventory for verification of accuracy. Will operate hand and
power equipment for material handling to accommodate storage of products throughout the warehouse.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for coordination and control of the handling, storage, location and flow of finished product
through warehouse area.
- Sets up, instructs, and maintains the work flow of the Shift.
- Receives daily inbound loads of product and plan shipping, arrange for excess product to be store in the
warehouse area, Checks and Inspects work of his shift team members.
- Adjusts storage space assignments to handle daily flow of finished product and makes sure team is
operating safely. Makes Sure all shift team Members are wearing their P.P.E equipment.
- Checks availability of items to be shipped by checking inventory records or conducting a spot inventory
of required product.
- Identifies and reports slow moving product.
- Identifies and rotates product accordingly. Makes sure that Quantity of cases of each and Best by Dates
are logged and identified properly.
- Keeps management and Supervisor informed as to the status of Finished Goods Inventory and reports
any discrepancies.
- Ensures that all products is transferred and delivered to the designated location as requested.
- Ensures that all necessary reports and forms are filled out and submitted in a timely manner.
- Picks orders for shipment and assumes other responsibilities from time to time as directed
- Trains new employees in job duties.
- Signs off on completion reports
- Safeguards and maintains company equipment and property, including Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE);
- Ensures all areas are kept clean at all times;
- Attends all company training sessions; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience and Skills:
Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of shipping and warehouse procedures and regulations required.
- Must be certified as a Forklift Operator.
- Responsible, dependable, conscientious, alert, and safety minded.
- Good math skills, required.
- Excellent attendance and safety record.
- Knowledge in Excel, Outlook and Internet
- Must be able to work in a Freezer Temperature of -20
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two-three years' experience as a warehouse team
member and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Food Safety & Quality Requirements/Responsibilities:
- Adheres to all Food Safety/Quality SOP's
- Accurately completes require Food Safety & Quality Records
- Communicates any known or suspected Food Safety/ Quality issues to the Q.A Manager and
Department Manager.
- Responsible for reporting any food safety concerns or tampering with product
- Attends all Food Safety/Quality training sessions
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, Requires the employee to stand for long periods of time, walk,
frequent lifting of material up to 50 pounds and frequent twisting, turning, reaching, pushing and pulling
use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs,
balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear.
Work Environment:
Work is normally performed in a warehouse/production environment As part of the job requirements
employee may be exposed to work in a production setting and cold temperature (-20 degrees) at times.
Must be flexible with work schedule that supports a 24-hour production facility. Schedule may include
weekends.
Disclaimer:
This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to
perform other duties as required.
Job Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
From: Tropicale Foods
