Day Shift Warehouse Team Lead

Job Summary:

Bongards Premium Cheese is looking for a dedicated, dynamic and experienced individual to perform as a Team Lead in our Shipping/Receiving department on the day shift. The Warehouse Team Lead is responsible for coordinating and assisting with Material Handling duties while operating Powered Industrial Trucks along with the crew on shift.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist warehouse manager with delegation of tasks
• Coordinate PIT drivers for Pickup or Delivery from trucks that are staged at the warehouse
• Provide assistance and guidance (Train, Coach and Mentor) warehouse team members
• Safe operation of a Powered Industrial Truck in a cold environment (40 degree F)
• Ongoing PIT training and certification
• Become trained and knowledgeable on all GMP and HACCP guidelines
• Learn Squid Ink, Keyence, ROSS and other associated on site systems
• Set up orders, pile up 50lb cheese blocks and Restack 30lb of finished Loaf product
• Use EMS inventory management system
• Learn to operate AGV on an as needed basis
• Work in a safe and efficient manner
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous PIT experience preferred
• Excellent Math and Reading skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Adaptable to both Cold and Warm weather conditions
• Must adhere to and follow all Safety, GMP, other quality guidelines
• Must report all food safety problems to immediate supervisor or designated replacement
• Flexible work schedule availability
• Ability to spend long periods of time standing
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs

Schedule:

• Day Shift 5:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday, some Saturdays

Benefits:

• Medical - Prescription Drug - Dental - Vision
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability, life and voluntary insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit Sharing
• Internal Career Opportunities

Bongards Creameries is a member owned COOP that has been operating since 1908. We take pride in our agricultural roots and our mission to provide a sustainable market for our patron's milk. Our vision is to be the best dairy organization and to be an employer of choice in the region. People come to Bongards for a variety of reasons, but they stay because they are valued, listened to and rewarded for their efforts.

If you are interested in this position you can apply by filling out an application in UKG/Ultipro, you must use the desktop website, not the mobile app. Talk with your local HR representative for any questions.