Job Description

COOLER LOADOUT/ GENERAL LABOR

The Gripper/Palley Loader Cooler Associate shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Load and unload coolers and trucks with products, ensuring proper handling and organization.
• Utilize RF Scanners to track inventory and ensure accurate order picking.
• Pull and stack orders.
• Palletize products for trailers and stock.
• Adapt to various situations and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Adhering to OSHA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Follow all required work safe practices.  This would include wearing all required PPE.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and mechanical knowledge.
• Handle materials with care, ensuring that heavy lifting is performed safely and in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Assist in inventory management by tracking product levels and reporting discrepancies.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and deadlines.
• Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe working environment and delivery of products in optimal condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is essential for ensuring the efficient operation of our facility. This role involves the preparation and loading of trucks with products to ensure that all items are handled with care and accuracy. This position contributes significantly to our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Required Skills:

• Able to work well with others.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Able to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Able to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays. 

Required Soft Skills:

• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand, walk, push or pull a majority of the day. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and manually stack and move cases that are 6 to 8 cases high. 

Education, Certifications and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor
• Familiarity with safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment and reduce the risk of accidents. 

Other: 

The Cooler Loadout/ General Labor is an hourly position and reports to the Supervisor or Cooler Manager. Working overtime, evenings, and holidays may be required. 

Hours currently are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday a 12PM to 8:30PM and Wednesday is 8AM to 4:30PM. Days off may change if job is put on a string.

Background check and drug screen will be required.

Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.

Job Beneftis:

• 401k
• Uniforms will be provided
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Holiday pay
• Earn Sick Leave/PTO with time worked

Prairie Farms Dairy Inc is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.