Shipping / Receiving Clerk
Astra Foods is an elite cheese steak preferred manufacturer providing the finest quality beef and chicken products. We are seeking a Shipping / Receiving Clerk for location : Aston.
Responsibilities :
- Operate pallet jack, forklift or other hand truck
- Assist with loading and unloading activities along with ensuring that the right item is selected and that it is transported to the delivery pallet safely
- Use wireless RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory
- Adhere to quality and customer service standards set forth by the company
- Perform cycle counts as required
- Pick, wrap and stage orders to be shipped
- Inspect and perform maintenance of pallet jacks, forklifts and other material handling equipment, recharging the truck's battery and lubricating equipment
- Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines
- Consolidate partial pallets for incoming goods
- Obtains copy of production schedule / shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility
- Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
- Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions
- Checking loads are secure
- Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places
- Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
- Transport raw materials to production workstations
- Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
- Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
- Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities
- Take orders from supervisors for order picking activities
- Make sure that all items are boxed and labeled properly
- Undertake other duties as assigned
Requirements :
Ability to follow procedures and practices and read instruction, schematics etc.Strong commitment to all health and safety guidelinesGood communication skillsProblem-solving abilitiesQualifications :
High School diploma or equivalentGood math, English writing and reading skillsFollow instructions for operating equipment and keeping recordsExecute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe mannerMaintain a clean & safe environmentProven experience as forklift / jack pallet operatorAttention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipmentBilingual (English / Spanish) skills a plusWork Environment :
Cold temperatures (40F 48F) in refrigerated processing areas.Wet, noisy environment with exposure to raw meat and cleaning chemicals.Shift work, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.Physical Requirements :
Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions.Ability to lift and carry materials up to 90 lbs regularly.Standing for up to 8 10 hours per shift.Compensation & Benefits :
Competitive hourly wage based on experienceHealth and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and holidaysAstra Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.